How To Fix /SRMSMC/REPLICATION049 - Supplier &1: contact &2 already exists (GUID &3, ID &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REPLICATION -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Supplier &1: contact &2 already exists (GUID &3, ID &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION049 - Supplier &1: contact &2 already exists (GUID &3, ID &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION049 indicates that there is an issue with the replication of supplier data in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. Specifically, the error states that a contact associated with a supplier already exists in the system, which is identified by its GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) and ID.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The contact you are trying to replicate already exists in the system with the same GUID or ID.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the source system (like SAP ERP) and the target system (like SAP SRM).
  Incorrect Data Handling: The data being sent for replication may not have been properly validated, leading to attempts to create duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Contacts:
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or BP_MON to search for the existing contact using the GUID or ID mentioned in the error message.
  If the contact already exists, you may need to update the existing record instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are duplicates, you may need to clean up the data by removing or merging duplicate entries.
  Ensure that the data being replicated is unique and does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  
  Review Replication Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for replication between the source and target systems to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the mapping of fields between the systems is accurate.
  
  
  
  Error Handling in Replication:
  
  Implement error handling in your replication process to manage duplicates gracefully, such as skipping existing records or updating them as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error details, including the GUID and ID, for more targeted help.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, BP_MON, and SLG1 (Application Log) to monitor and troubleshoot issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches and updates that could resolve underlying issues.
  Data Replication Framework: Understand the data replication framework in SAP SRM, including how it interacts with other systems and the importance of maintaining data integrity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.