How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR568 - Table &1 already contains division &2 and distribution channel &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 568

• Message text: Table &1 already contains division &2 and distribution channel &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR568 - Table &1 already contains division &2 and distribution channel &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR568 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the distribution channel and division in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). Specifically, the error states that the table already contains an entry for the specified division and distribution channel combination, which means that the system is trying to create a duplicate entry.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing entry in the relevant table for the specified combination of division and distribution channel.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an incorrect or unintended data entry that led to the duplication.
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues in the configuration settings related to the distribution channels and divisions in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant table (usually related to sales or distribution) for existing entries with the same division and distribution channel.
  Identify if the entry already exists and if it is valid.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find a duplicate entry that is not needed, you can delete it or modify it as necessary.
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to the data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and check the settings for distribution channels and divisions.
  Ensure that the configuration does not allow for duplicate entries and that it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11, SE16, and SPRO for data management and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant data in the system.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/CFIR568 effectively.