How To Fix UGMD047 - Key not unique for value &2 in field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Key not unique for value &2 in field &1

What causes this issue?

The value you specified is the primary key or part of the primary key
(for example, in combination characteristics) of a characteristic. This
value combination (of characteristic keys) already exists.

System Response

A characteristic key must always be unique. The application prevents
saving of inconsistent values.

How to fix this error?

Change the characteristic key.
If this is a version combination, also note that other fields can be a
part of the characteristic key. To make the characteristic key unique,
you may need to change several fields.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD047 - Key not unique for value &2 in field &1 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD047 "Key not unique for value &2 in field &1" typically indicates that there is a uniqueness constraint violation in the database. This means that the system is trying to insert or update a record in a way that would result in duplicate values in a field that is supposed to contain unique values.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there are already existing records in the database that have the same value for the specified field (&1) as the value being inserted or updated (&2).
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may have entered data incorrectly, leading to duplicates.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it may not have been cleaned properly, resulting in duplicates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the database or the application that are causing the uniqueness constraint to be violated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the table associated with the error message. Look for existing records that have the same value in the specified field.
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, you may need to clean up the data by either deleting or modifying the existing records to ensure uniqueness.
  Review Data Entry Processes: Ensure that data entry processes are robust and include checks to prevent duplicates from being entered.
  Adjust Configuration: If the uniqueness constraint is not appropriate for your business process, you may need to adjust the configuration of the database or application.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or development team for specific guidance related to the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Tables: Identify the specific table related to the error message to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, you may want to debug the process that is causing the error to get more insights.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.