How To Fix /SMB/SC_MAIN069 - Duplicate item &1-&2. Items for upload must be unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/SC_MAIN -

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Duplicate item &1-&2. Items for upload must be unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN069 - Duplicate item &1-&2. Items for upload must be unique ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/SC_MAIN069 Duplicate item &1-&2. Items for upload must be unique typically occurs during data uploads or when processing items in a system that requires unique identifiers for each item. This error indicates that there are duplicate entries in the data being processed, which violates the uniqueness constraint expected by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the data being uploaded contains duplicate entries for the specified item identifiers (e.g., item codes, product IDs).
  Data Preparation Issues: If the data was extracted from another system or manually prepared, it may have inadvertently included duplicates.
  Incorrect Mapping: If the mapping of data fields is incorrect, it may lead to the same item being processed multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Review the data being uploaded to identify any duplicate entries. This can often be done using spreadsheet software or database queries to find duplicates based on the item identifiers.
  Remove Duplicates: Once identified, remove or consolidate the duplicate entries so that each item is unique.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before uploading to ensure that duplicates are not present in the dataset.
  Check Mapping: Ensure that the mapping of fields in the upload process is correct and that no items are being processed more than once due to mapping errors.
  Test Upload: After making the necessary corrections, test the upload process with a smaller dataset to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the upload, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., LSMW, BAPIs, or custom upload programs) that can provide additional logs or error messages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific error message or the upload process you are using.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or process you are working with to understand the requirements for unique items and any constraints that may apply.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully upload your data without duplicates.