How To Fix VERT_TOOLS208 - Terminology &1 is defined more than once.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VERT_TOOLS - Verticalization: Tools

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Terminology &1 is defined more than once.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VERT_TOOLS208 - Terminology &1 is defined more than once. ?

  The SAP error message VERT_TOOLS208 indicates that a terminology (or term) is defined more than once in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data management or terminology management tools, where unique definitions are required for terms used in various applications or modules.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by duplicate entries in the terminology definitions. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual entry errors where the same term is added multiple times.
  Data migration or import processes that inadvertently create duplicates.
  Configuration issues where the same term is defined in different contexts or languages.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VERT_TOOLS208 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Use the relevant transaction code or report to list all terminology definitions.
  Look for the term mentioned in the error message and check for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Remove or Merge Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, decide which one to keep based on your business requirements.
  Delete the unnecessary duplicates or merge them if they contain different attributes that need to be preserved.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to terminology management to ensure that there are no settings that could lead to duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or validation reports to ensure that the terminology definitions are unique and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing terminology definitions in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the terminology functions as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use specific transaction codes to manage terminology, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to terminology management that might address this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VERT_TOOLS208 error and ensure that your terminology definitions are correctly maintained in the SAP system.