How To Fix 60414 - This business entity number has already been assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 414

• Message text: This business entity number has already been assigned

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60414 - This business entity number has already been assigned ?

  The SAP error message 60414, which states "This business entity number has already been assigned," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or assign a business entity (such as a vendor, customer, or other master data) that already exists in the system with the same identifier or number. This can happen in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI), Materials Management (MM), or Sales and Distribution (SD).
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the business entity number you are trying to assign has already been used for another entity in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not properly handled.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for number ranges may allow for duplicates if not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: Verify if the business entity number you are trying to use already exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the entity in the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction codes like XK03 for vendors, FD03 for customers).
  
  
  Use a Different Number: If the number is already assigned, you will need to use a different, unique number for the new business entity.
  
  
  Review Number Ranges: Check the configuration of number ranges for the relevant business entity type. Ensure that the number range is set up correctly and does not allow for duplicates.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates exist due to data migration or other issues, consider cleaning up the data. This may involve merging duplicate records or deleting unnecessary ones.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  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.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing business entities, such as:
  
  XK01/XK02/XK03 for vendor master data
  FD01/FD02/FD03 for customer master data
  
  
  Number Range Configuration: You can check and configure number ranges in the SAP system using transaction code SNRO (for number range objects) or through the specific configuration path in SPRO.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error message 60414 for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.