How To Fix 4A003 - An entry with this key already exists

4A003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4A - Cost Distribution

• Message number: 003

• Message text: An entry with this key already exists

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create an existing order.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please create a new order.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 4A003 - An entry with this key already exists ?

  The SAP error message 4A003 ("An entry with this key already exists") typically occurs when you are trying to create a new entry in a database table or a master data record, but an entry with the same key already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating a new customer, vendor, or material record.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Key Entry: The most common cause is that the key you are trying to use (like a customer number, vendor number, or material number) is already in use in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing a mass upload, duplicate entries may arise if the data is not properly cleaned or validated.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users are trying to create the same record simultaneously, one may succeed while the other fails with this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration of the system may allow for duplicate