How To Fix RSCRM059 - Error defining UID

RSCRM059 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCRM - RSCRM: Messages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Error defining UID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCRM059 - Error defining UID ?

  The SAP error message RSCRM059, which states "Error defining UID," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems. This error is often related to issues with the data model, particularly when defining or managing unique identifiers (UIDs) for objects such as InfoObjects, DataSources, or other components.
  Causes:
  
  
  Duplicate UIDs: The most common cause of this error is the presence of duplicate UIDs in the system. Each object in SAP BW/CRM must have a unique identifier, and if two objects are assigned the same UID, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in the data model or incorrect settings in the InfoObjects or DataSources can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and there were issues during the transport process, it could lead to inconsistencies in UIDs.
  
  
  Database Issues: Corruption or inconsistencies