How To Fix AD970 - Entry already exists; enter another value

AD970 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 970

• Message text: Entry already exists; enter another value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD970 - Entry already exists; enter another value ?

  The SAP error message AD970 ("Entry already exists; enter another value") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an entry in a table or a master data record where a unique constraint is violated. This means that the value you are trying to enter already exists in the system, and the field does not allow duplicate entries.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are attempting to create a new record with a key or identifier that already exists in the database.
  Unique Constraints: The field you are trying to populate has a unique constraint, meaning it must contain unique values.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, there may be duplicates in the source data.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can occur due to a simple typo or misunderstanding of the required format.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existing Entries: Before creating a new entry, check the existing records to see if the value