How To Fix /BEV4/PLPEND052 - Data record for the entered key &1 &2 already exists with date &3

/BEV4/PLPEND052 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Data record for the entered key &1 &2 already exists with date &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND052 - Data record for the entered key &1 &2 already exists with date &3 ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND052 indicates that there is an attempt to create or update a data record in the system, but a record with the same key already exists for the specified date. This typically occurs in the context of logistics or planning modules, where unique records are required for specific keys and dates.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that a record with the same key (e.g., material number, plant, etc.) and date already exists in the database.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not properly handled.
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple users or processes are trying to create or update records simultaneously, it may lead to conflicts.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have mistakenly entered the same key and date combination.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Verify if a record with the same key and date already exists in the system.