How To Fix ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL117 - APN &2:&1 already exists in DB, but marked as new in transmission

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL - Message Class for SPEC 2000 IP Upload API

• Message number: 117

• Message text: APN &2:&1 already exists in DB, but marked as new in transmission

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL117 - APN &2:&1 already exists in DB, but marked as new in transmission ?

  The SAP error message ADS2KIPUPL_API_AL117 APN &2:&1 already exists in DB, but marked as new in transmission typically occurs in the context of data transmission or data processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with application-specific data (like application product numbers or similar identifiers).
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a conflict between the data being transmitted and the existing data in the database. Specifically, it means that the system is trying to insert a new record (marked as "new" in the transmission) for an Application Product Number (APN) that already exists in the database. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Data: The data being sent for processing includes an APN that already exists in the database.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between different systems or modules, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Data Handling: The data being transmitted may not have been properly validated before transmission, leading to attempts