How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD217 - &1: External ID &2 is not unique; used in &3 with valid from date &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD -

• Message number: 217

• Message text: &1: External ID &2 is not unique; used in &3 with valid from date &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD217 - &1: External ID &2 is not unique; used in &3 with valid from date &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD217 indicates that there is a problem with the uniqueness of an external ID in the system. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) or SAP Logistics, where external IDs are used to identify entities such as materials, vendors, or customers.
  Cause:
  The error message states that the external ID (&2) is not unique because it is already being used in another context (&3) with a valid from date (&4). This means that the system has found multiple entries for the same external ID, which violates the requirement for uniqueness.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Duplicate Entry:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to check the relevant tables where external IDs are stored. Common tables include /SAPSLL/CLSMT or similar, depending on your specific configuration.
  Search for the external ID (&2) to see where it is being used and identify the conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Dates:
  
  Check the validity dates of the entries. If the entries are valid for overlapping periods, you may need to adjust the dates to ensure that each external ID is unique for its respective time frame.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicates, you may need to either modify the existing entries to make them unique or delete the unnecessary duplicates, depending on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in SAP GTS or the relevant module to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle external IDs. This may involve checking settings related to master data management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Engage with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16, SE16N (for table browsing), and possibly SLG1 (for application logs) to check for related logs.
  Tables: Familiarize yourself with the relevant tables that store external IDs and their relationships.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.