How To Fix RSAODS110 - Create data record: The data record already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAODS - Messages for the operational data store

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Create data record: The data record already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAODS110 - Create data record: The data record already exists ?

  The SAP error message RSAODS110, which states "Create data record: The data record already exists," typically occurs in the context of the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BW/4HANA when you are trying to load data into an InfoProvider (like an InfoCube or DataStore Object) and the system detects that the data record you are trying to insert already exists.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Data: The most common cause of this error is that the data you are trying to load contains records that already exist in the target InfoProvider. This can happen if:
  
  The data load process is being executed multiple times with the same data.
  The data source is not properly filtered, leading to duplicate records being sent for loading.
  The data load process is not set up to handle duplicates correctly.
  
  
  
  Key Fields: The key fields defined in the target InfoProvider may already contain the values of the incoming records, leading to a conflict.
  
  
  Data Load Settings: The settings in the data load process (like update mode) may not be configured to allow for duplicate records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Before loading the data, check the source data for duplicates. You can do this by running queries or using tools to identify duplicate records.
  
  
  Adjust Data Load Settings:
  
  If you want to allow duplicates, consider changing the update mode in the data load process. For example, you can use "Additive" or "Overwrite" modes depending on your requirements.
  If you are using a DataStore Object (DSO), ensure that the settings allow for the handling of duplicates as per your business logic.
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing: Implement data cleansing processes to ensure that the data being loaded does not contain duplicates. This can involve:
  
  Using transformations to filter out duplicates before they reach the target InfoProvider.
  Modifying the data extraction process to ensure unique records are sent.
  
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data load process to manage records that cannot be loaded due to this error. This can include logging the errors for further analysis.
  
  
  Review Key Fields: Ensure that the key fields in the target InfoProvider are correctly defined and that the incoming data matches the expected format.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Data Load Monitoring: Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to monitor data loads and identify issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP BW documentation for best practices on data loading and handling duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSAODS110 error and successfully load your data into the SAP BW system.