How To Fix /SRMSMC/REPLICATION167 - Supplier with identical name already exists (supplier &1: &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/REPLICATION -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Supplier with identical name already exists (supplier &1: &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION167 - Supplier with identical name already exists (supplier &1: &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/REPLICATION167 indicates that there is an attempt to create or replicate a supplier in the system, but a supplier with the same name already exists. This can occur in the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module when the system detects a duplicate entry based on the supplier name.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Supplier Entry: The most common cause is that a supplier with the same name already exists in the system. This could happen due to:
  
  Manual entry of supplier data.
  Data replication from another system (e.g., ERP).
  Importing supplier data from external sources.
  
  
  
  Different Supplier IDs: Even if the supplier has a different identification number (ID), if the name is identical, the system will flag it as a duplicate.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Suppliers: 
  
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or SUS (Supplier) to search for existing suppliers with the same name.
  Verify if the supplier you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Supplier Name: 
  
  If the supplier you are trying to create is indeed a different entity, consider modifying the name slightly to avoid duplication (e.g., adding a suffix or prefix).
  
  
  
  Merge Suppliers: 
  
  If the suppliers are indeed the same but have been entered multiple times, consider merging the supplier records to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  
  Data Replication Settings: 
  
  If the error arises during data replication, check the settings and mappings in the replication process to ensure that duplicates are not being created.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to supplier management and replication processes for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, SUS, and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze the database tables related to suppliers.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to supplier replication and management.
  Data Governance: Implement data governance practices to prevent duplicate entries in the future, such as validation rules during data entry or replication.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your supplier data is accurate and up-to-date.