How To Fix SEPM_EXCEPTIONS071 - Non unique field '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEPM_EXCEPTIONS - EPM: Exception Messages

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Non unique field '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEPM_EXCEPTIONS071 - Non unique field '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SEPM_EXCEPTIONS071 with the description "Non unique field '&1'" typically indicates that there is an issue with data uniqueness in a specific field within a data model or database table. This error often arises in scenarios involving data processing, such as when trying to insert or update records in a database where a unique constraint is violated.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the field specified (represented by &1) is expected to have unique values, but there are duplicate entries in the data being processed.
  Data Model Issues: If you are working with a data model, it may be incorrectly defined, leading to conflicts in expected uniqueness.
  Incorrect Data Load: During data import or migration, if the source data contains duplicates for a field that should be unique, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the application or the database may not align with the expected data structure, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the data in the field specified by &1 to identify any duplicate entries. You can use SQL queries or data analysis tools to find duplicates.
  
  Example SQL query to find duplicates:
  SELECT field_name, COUNT(*)
  FROM your_table
  GROUP BY field_name
  HAVING COUNT(*) > 1;
  
  
  
  Data Cleansing: Once duplicates are identified, you will need to decide how to handle them. Options include:
  
  Removing duplicates.
  Merging records if applicable.
  Updating records to ensure uniqueness.
  
  
  Review Data Model: If the error is related to a data model, review the model to ensure that the uniqueness constraints are correctly defined and that the data being processed adheres to these constraints.
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the application or database configuration aligns with the expected data structure and constraints.
  Testing: After making changes, test the data processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for more details on data integrity and constraints.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table definitions and constraints.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace the exact point of failure in the code or process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SEPM_EXCEPTIONS071 error and ensure that the data integrity is maintained in your SAP system.