How To Fix 42825 - Key for HTML help (IWB_SHH_KEY) is already maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 825

• Message text: Key for HTML help (IWB_SHH_KEY) is already maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42825 - Key for HTML help (IWB_SHH_KEY) is already maintained ?

  The SAP error message "42825 Key for HTML help (IWB_SHH_KEY) is already maintained" typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or maintain an HTML help key in the SAP system that already exists. This error is related to the SAP Help System, specifically when dealing with the integration of HTML-based help content.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a new entry for an HTML help key that already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Maintenance: There may have been an attempt to modify or maintain an existing key without proper checks to see if it already exists.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Keys:
  
  Use transaction code IWB_SHH to access the HTML Help Maintenance screen.
  Search for the key (IWB_SHH_KEY) that you are trying to maintain. If it exists, you can either modify it or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry:
  
  If the key already exists and you need to make changes, select the existing entry and modify the necessary fields instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find that the existing entry is a duplicate and not needed, you can delete it to allow for the creation of a new entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on managing HTML help keys and best practices.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain HTML help keys in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IWB_SHH: HTML Help Maintenance
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check related objects)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your HTML help keys effectively.