How To Fix 01793 - There is already an entry for system &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 01 -

• Message number: 793

• Message text: There is already an entry for system &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 01793 - There is already an entry for system &1 ?

  The SAP error message "01793: There is already an entry for system &1" typically occurs when you are trying to create or register a system entry in a configuration table or a similar area where a unique entry is required, but an entry with the same identifier (system ID) already exists.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing entry in the system for the specified system ID (&1). This could happen if you are trying to register a system that has already been registered or if there was a previous attempt that did not complete successfully.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration issues or inconsistencies in the system can lead to this error, especially if the system was not properly cleaned up after a previous operation.
  Transport Issues: If you are working with transports, there might be a transport that has already been imported which includes the same system entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SM59 for RFC destinations, or the specific configuration area where the error occurred) and check if the system ID already exists.
  If it does, you may need to modify or delete the existing entry if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify: 
  
  If you find that the entry is indeed a duplicate and is not required, you can delete it or modify it as necessary.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: 
  
  If the error is related to a transport, check the transport requests to see if the system entry was included in a previous transport. If so, you may need to adjust your transport strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or configuration you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using different transaction codes (e.g., SM59 for RFC connections, SE11 for data dictionary objects).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.