How To Fix 5F738 - For &1 from &2 to &3, history already contains a BRC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 738

• Message text: For &1 from &2 to &3, history already contains a BRC

What causes this issue?

You have requested an initial slip although the data already exists in
the history corresponding to the BRC for this period for the
establishment that you are processing. This means that you have already
declared that the results of this period have been sent to the social
organizations and that you would like to restart the processing for this
period.

System Response

A dialog window displays the anomalies detected. The processing is
interrupted.

How to fix this error?

Check the period of your request. To reprocess this period, modify the
the status of the file created during this treatment with the PB2A
transaction. For more information on the statuses, consult
<DS:NA.5F733>gestion de l'historique</> .

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F738 - For &1 from &2 to &3, history already contains a BRC ?

  The SAP error message 5F738 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the Business Rule Configuration (BRC) in the context of a specific transaction or process. This error message suggests that there is an attempt to create or modify a record in a way that conflicts with existing historical data, specifically that the history already contains a BRC for the specified object.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or update a record (e.g., a business partner, material, etc.) that already has a historical entry with a BRC.
  The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries or modifications that could lead to inconsistencies in the historical data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing records in the system to identify the BRC that is causing the conflict. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view historical data.
  
  
  Review Business Rules: Ensure that the business rules configured in the system are appropriate for the changes you are trying to make. If necessary, adjust the rules to allow for the desired changes.
  
  
  Modify the Transaction: If you are trying to create a new record, consider whether you need to update the existing record instead. If you are trying to update a record, ensure that the changes do not conflict with existing historical data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling BRC-related errors. This may provide insights into best practices for managing historical data.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help you troubleshoot the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you view and manage business rules and historical data, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), or specific transaction codes related to the module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can share their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.