How To Fix /SAPCND/TRANSPORT019 - Field catalog &1/&2/: Item number already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/TRANSPORT -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Field catalog &1/&2/: Item number already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/TRANSPORT019 - Field catalog &1/&2/: Item number already exists. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/TRANSPORT019 Field catalog &1/&2/: Item number already exists typically occurs in the context of transport requests or when working with field catalogs in SAP. This error indicates that there is a duplicate item number in the field catalog being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the field catalog being used has duplicate item numbers. This can happen if the same field is defined multiple times in the catalog.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the field catalog, where the same field is inadvertently added more than once.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are working with transport requests, there may be conflicts or duplicates in the objects being transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Catalog: Review the field catalog specified in the error message (indicated by &1 and &2). Look for duplicate item numbers and remove or correct them.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or program where the field catalog is defined and checking the entries.
  
  
  
  Modify the Configuration: If the field catalog is generated dynamically, ensure that the logic used to populate the catalog does not introduce duplicates. This may involve checking the code or configuration that generates the field catalog.
  
  
  Transport Request Review: If the error occurs during a transport, check the transport request for duplicate entries. You may need to adjust the transport request to ensure that no duplicates are included.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unable to find the duplicates manually, consider using debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the duplicates are being introduced.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to field catalogs and transport requests for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE09 (Transport Organizer) and SE10 (Transport Organizer for Workbench Requests) to manage transport requests effectively.
  Field Catalogs: Understand how field catalogs are structured and used in your specific SAP module or application to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.