How To Fix 5G160 - Duplicate record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Duplicate record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G160 - Duplicate record ?

  The SAP error message 5G160, which indicates a "Duplicate record," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or update a record in the system that already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, data import, or when processing transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data Entry: The most common cause is that the user is trying to enter a record that already exists in the database.
  Data Import Issues: If you are importing data from an external source, the data may contain duplicates that violate the unique constraints of the database.
  
  Configuration Issues: Certain configurations in the system may enforce uniqueness on specific fields, leading to this error when duplicates are detected.
  Transactional Errors: In some cases, the error may arise from a transaction that is trying to create or modify a record that is already locked or being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Records: Before creating a new record, verify if the