How To Fix 63168 - Record already exists

63168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Record already exists

What causes this issue?

The record has already been entered.

How to fix this error?

Delete the repeated entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63168 - Record already exists ?

  The SAP error message "63168 - Record already exists" typically occurs when you attempt to create or insert a record in the database that already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to create a new entry in a table that requires unique values for certain fields, or when there is a duplicate key violation.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Key Violation: The most common cause is that the record you are trying to create has a key (like a primary key or unique index) that already exists in the database.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently try to enter the same data multiple times.
  Integration Issues: If you are integrating with other systems, there may be a conflict where the same record is being sent multiple times.
  Batch Processing: In batch jobs, if the same data is processed multiple times, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Existing Records: Before creating a new