How To Fix 60172 - Date & & & exists already

60172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Date & & & exists already

What causes this issue?

When the index points were maintained, the indexing date was entered
several times. Only one entry is valid, however.

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?

Delete the unnecessary entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60172 - Date & & & exists already ?

  The SAP error message 60172, which states "Date & & & exists already," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a record in the system that conflicts with an existing record due to date overlaps or duplications. This error is often encountered in modules related to project management, HR, or any area where date ranges are critical.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Date Entries: The error usually arises when you try to enter a date that already exists in the system for the same object or record type.
  Date Overlap: If you are trying to create a new record with a date range that overlaps with an existing record, the system will prevent this to maintain data integrity.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the system may not allow for overlapping dates, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing records in the relevant table or transaction to identify if the