How To Fix BM010 - Technical unit & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BM - Development class BZME - units of measure

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Technical unit & already exists

What causes this issue?

You attempted to assign the language-dependent key "&V1&" to a
technical unit of measure. This key is already available in maintenance
language &V3&. The unit of measure "&V1&" should be in language &V3&
for dimension "&V2&".

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?

Choose a different key, which is not already assigned.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BM010 - Technical unit & already exists ?

  The SAP error message BM010 ("Technical unit & already exists") typically occurs when you are trying to create a new technical unit (such as a piece of equipment or a functional location) in the SAP system, but the identifier you are using already exists in the database. This can happen in various modules, including Plant Maintenance (PM) or Materials Management (MM).
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the technical unit you are trying to create has the same identifier as an existing one.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typographical error in the identifier you are trying to create.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not properly handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like IE03 (Display Equipment) or IL03 (Display Functional Location) to check if the technical unit already exists.
  Search for the identifier you are trying to create to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Identifier: 
  
  If the identifier is indeed taken, consider using a different, unique identifier for the new technical unit.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration: 
  
  If this issue arises after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that duplicates were not introduced.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the existing technical units, consult with your colleagues or the SAP administrator to clarify the situation.
  
  
  
  Check for Deletion: 
  
  If you believe the technical unit should not exist, check if it has been marked for deletion rather than actually deleted. You may need to restore or permanently delete it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing technical units, such as:
  
  IE01 (Create Equipment)
  IE02 (Change Equipment)
  IL01 (Create Functional Location)
  IL02 (Change Functional Location)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working in (e.g., PM or MM) for more context on technical units.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify technical units in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BM010 error and successfully manage your technical units in SAP.