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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UGWB - Messages for Workbench
Message number: 041
Message text: Duplicate key &1; see long text
Two or more validity timeframes have the same starting year and period.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Change the validity timeframes so that any duplicate starting years and
periods are eliminated.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UGWB041
- Duplicate key &1; see long text ?The SAP error message UGWB041 indicates that there is a duplicate key issue in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a record in a database table, and the key you are using already exists in that table. The key could be a primary key or a unique index that is supposed to ensure that each record is unique.
Cause:
- Duplicate Entry: You are attempting to insert or update a record with a key that already exists in the database.
- Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing bulk uploads, there may be duplicates in the data being imported.
- Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom ABAP code or enhancements that manipulate data, there may be logic errors leading to attempts to create duplicate entries.
- Concurrency Issues: Multiple users or processes may be trying to create the same record simultaneously.
Solution:
- Check Existing Records: Before inserting or updating, check the database table to see if the key already exists. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the records.
- Modify Input Data: Ensure that the data you are trying to insert or update does not contain duplicates. This may involve cleaning up the data or adjusting the logic to handle duplicates appropriately.
- Adjust Custom Code: If the error is caused by custom ABAP code, review the logic to ensure it correctly handles existing records. You may need to implement checks to prevent duplicates.
- Use Error Handling: Implement error handling in your code to catch this error and provide a user-friendly message or alternative action.
- Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by using transaction SE91 to look up the message class and find additional information that may help in resolving the issue.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UGWB041 error and implement a solution to resolve it.
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