How To Fix 62047 - Service charge key number already assigned (Program termination)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Service charge key number already assigned (Program termination)

What causes this issue?

Internal error: the object number was assigned twice when the service
charge collector was created.

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

System Response

The program is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Please notify your system administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62047 - Service charge key number already assigned (Program termination) ?

  The SAP error message "62047 Service charge key number already assigned (Program termination)" typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a service charge key that has already been assigned to another object or record in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or SAP FI (Financial Accounting), where service charge keys are used to define specific billing or financial conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Assignment: The service charge key you are trying to create or modify is already assigned to another transaction or master data record.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or configuration settings that lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the service charge key settings may lead to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables related to service charge keys (e.g., T006, T006A, etc.) to see if the key is already in use.
  Identify where the service charge key is currently assigned and determine if it can be removed or modified.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Assignment:
  
  If the service charge key is assigned to an object that is no longer needed, consider deleting or modifying that assignment.
  Ensure that any changes comply with business processes and do not disrupt existing transactions.
  
  
  
  Create a New Service Charge Key:
  
  If the existing key cannot be modified or deleted, consider creating a new service charge key that meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for service charge keys in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Ensure that there are no conflicting settings that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on service charge keys and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE16 (Data Browser), and SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to service charge keys that may provide additional insights or patches.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that there are no unintended side effects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.