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Fix Salesforce Data Sync Error - Frequently asked questions

Discover solutions to common Salesforce data sync errors, including 'Name or Email has already been taken'. Find answers to frequently asked questions here.

Frequently asked questions

Why am I getting a 'Name or Email has already been taken' error during Salesforce to Zendesk sync?

This error occurs when the integration can't find or update a record due to matching issues. The error might happen if no matching record is found based on the criteria set in Zendesk's Admin Center. If the integration can't find a match, it…

How can I resolve a Salesforce to Zendesk sync error due to duplicate records?

Duplicate records syncing from Salesforce can cause errors in Zendesk. This issue might occur if two records with the same information sync from Salesforce in a short time frame. If Zendesk hasn't updated its index with the current state of the…

What should I do if a previous sync is already matched to a Zendesk record?

A previous sync might have already established a relationship between Salesforce and Zendesk records. When a record first syncs, it uses matching criteria to check for existing records. If a match is found, the existing record is updated;…

How can I fix a sync error when a different Zendesk organization uses the same name?

A sync error can occur if another Zendesk organization already uses the name you're trying to sync from Salesforce. To resolve this, you can delete one of the conflicting records in Zendesk and re-synchronize the account from Salesforce. If…

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