How To Fix /SRMSMC/REPLICATION056 - Mapping of contact &1 will not be extended; check if &2 is a duplicate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REPLICATION -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Mapping of contact &1 will not be extended; check if &2 is a duplicate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION056 - Mapping of contact &1 will not be extended; check if &2 is a duplicate ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION056 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of a contact in the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system. Specifically, the message suggests that the system is unable to extend the mapping for a contact because it has detected a potential duplicate entry.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Contact: The primary cause of this error is that the contact you are trying to map already exists in the system, and the system is preventing the creation of a duplicate entry.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being replicated, leading to conflicts.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SRM system or in the underlying data sources can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Verify if the contact (&1) you are trying to map already exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the contact in the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report.
  If a duplicate is found, you may need to decide whether to update the existing contact or to use a different contact.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If duplicates are found, consider cleaning up the data by removing or merging duplicate entries as appropriate.
  Ensure that the data being replicated does not contain duplicates before attempting the mapping again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to contact mapping and replication in the SRM system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to avoid conflicts.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if necessary to ensure that the system is configured properly.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Review the error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what might be causing the duplication issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the mapping process again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage contacts and check for duplicates.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SRM and contact management for best practices and guidelines on managing contacts and preventing duplicates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.