How To Fix /SEHS/DG_CONTENT_IMP009 - Duplicate records have been deleted; check content data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_CONTENT_IMP -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Duplicate records have been deleted; check content data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_CONTENT_IMP009 - Duplicate records have been deleted; check content data ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_CONTENT_IMP009 Duplicate records have been deleted; check content data typically occurs in the context of data import processes, particularly when dealing with content management or data governance in SAP systems. This message indicates that during the import process, the system identified duplicate records and has removed them to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Records: The primary cause of this error is the presence of duplicate records in the data being imported. This can happen if the source data has been improperly prepared or if there are multiple entries for the same entity.
  Data Quality Issues: Poor data quality, such as inconsistent formatting or missing unique identifiers, can lead to duplicates being created.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings for the import process may not be set up to handle duplicates appropriately.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Data: Review the source data for duplicates before importing it into SAP. Use data cleansing tools or scripts to identify and remove duplicates.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation rules to ensure that only unique records are included in the import file.
  Adjust Import Settings: If applicable, check the import settings in SAP to see if there are options to handle duplicates differently (e.g., ignore duplicates, update existing records, etc.).
  Log Review: Check the import logs for more detailed information about which records were identified as duplicates. This can help in understanding the nature of the duplicates.
  Testing: Conduct a test import with a smaller dataset to ensure that the issue is resolved before performing a full import.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific module you are working with for any known issues or patches that might address this error.
  Data Governance: Consider implementing data governance practices to maintain data quality and prevent duplicates in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module (e.g., SAP Data Hub, SAP Master Data Governance) for guidelines on data import processes and handling duplicates.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the duplicates and ensuring that your data is clean and well-structured, you can prevent this error from occurring in future imports.