How To Fix A4024 - Subobject &1 &2 &3 already exists for a different IMG activity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: A4 - Audit Information System

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Subobject &1 &2 &3 already exists for a different IMG activity

What causes this issue?

The direct maintenance of sub-objects in not possible, since an
assignment for a different IMG activity exists:
Object &V1&
Object type &V2&
Sub-object &V3&

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?

Maintain the sub-object with transaction <DS:TRAN.SOBJ>SOBJ</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message A4024 - Subobject &1 &2 &3 already exists for a different IMG activity ?

  The SAP error message A4024 indicates that there is a conflict with a subobject that you are trying to create or modify in the Implementation Guide (IMG). Specifically, it means that the subobject you are working with already exists for a different IMG activity. This can occur when you attempt to define a subobject that has already been defined under another activity, leading to a duplication issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Subobject Definition: The subobject you are trying to create or modify is already associated with a different IMG activity.
  Incorrect Configuration: You may be trying to configure a subobject that is not intended to be reused across different activities.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a system where transports have been moved, there may be inconsistencies in the IMG configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Subobjects: Review the existing subobjects in the IMG to see if the one you are trying to create already exists. You can do