How To Fix AM359 - Duplicate found, Object: &, Key: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Duplicate found, Object: &, Key: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM359 - Duplicate found, Object: &, Key: & ?

  The SAP error message AM359, which states "Duplicate found, Object: &, Key: &," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an attempt to create or modify an asset that already exists in the system with the same key. This error indicates that the system has detected a duplicate entry for an asset based on the specified object and key.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Asset Creation: The most common cause is that an asset with the same asset number or key already exists in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates due to inconsistencies in the data.
  Incorrect Configuration: Configuration settings in the asset accounting module may allow for duplicate entries under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assets: 
  
  Use transaction code AS03 (Display Asset) to check if the asset already exists in the system. Enter the asset number to see if it is already recorded.
  
  
  
  Correct the Asset Number: 
  
  If you are trying to create a new asset, ensure that you are using a unique asset number that does not already exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration: 
  
  If the error occurred during a data migration process, review the data for duplicates and clean it up before re-importing.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly to prevent duplicates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  AS11: Create Asset Master Record
  AS12: Change Asset Master Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to asset accounting and duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation on Asset Accounting for best practices in asset management and data entry.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AM359 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.