How To Fix REP_EAPS_CZ_MSG043 - Dimension field mapping for '&1/&2/&3' already exists (data not saved)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REP_EAPS_CZ_MSG - PS-CZ Reports

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Dimension field mapping for '&1/&2/&3' already exists (data not saved)

What causes this issue?

Several Customizing settings exist for dimension delimiter. You can
define only one Customizing setting for the combination of mapping
version &V1&, FM area &V2&, and dimension type &V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can define only one mapping for the combination of a mapping
version/FM area/dimension type in the Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.REP_EAPS_CZ_D_VC>Create Dimension Mapping</>. You make
settings either on the <ZK>Fields Mapping</> or the <ZK>Delimiter
</>screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REP_EAPS_CZ_MSG043 - Dimension field mapping for '&1/&2/&3' already exists (data not saved) ?

  The SAP error message REP_EAPS_CZ_MSG043 indicates that there is an issue with dimension field mapping in the context of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) or a similar SAP application. Specifically, it suggests that a mapping for the specified dimension already exists, which prevents the new mapping from being saved.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Mapping: The primary cause of this error is that the dimension field mapping you are trying to create already exists in the system. This could happen if you are attempting to create a mapping for a dimension that has already been defined.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the data model or the mapping settings that leads to this conflict.
  Data Model Changes: If changes were made to the data model or the source data, it might have resulted in conflicts with existing mappings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Mappings: Review the existing dimension field mappings in your data model. Look for the mapping that corresponds to the identifiers &1, &2, and &3 in the error message. If it exists, you may need to modify or delete it before creating a new one.
  Modify Existing Mapping: If the existing mapping is not correct or needs to be updated, consider modifying it instead of creating a new one.
  Delete Duplicate Mapping: If the existing mapping is no longer needed, you can delete it to resolve the conflict.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing dimension field mappings in your version of the software.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific configuration and environment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Analytics Cloud Documentation: Check the official SAP documentation for Analytics Cloud or the specific SAP module you are using for detailed instructions on managing dimension mappings.
  Community Forums: SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and the solutions they implemented.
  Version-Specific Issues: Ensure that you are aware of any version-specific issues or updates that might affect dimension field mapping in your SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.