How To Fix BOS01145 - Outline level &1 (PCKG_NO &2, LINE_NO &3) already exists in database

BOS01145 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS01 - Customer BOS Processing

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Outline level &1 (PCKG_NO &2, LINE_NO &3) already exists in database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS01145 - Outline level &1 (PCKG_NO &2, LINE_NO &3) already exists in database ?

  The SAP error message BOS01145 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an outline level in the database that already exists. This typically occurs in the context of managing package structures or outlines in SAP, particularly in modules related to project management, logistics, or similar areas where outlines are used.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to insert a new outline level (identified by the combination of PCKG_NO and LINE_NO) that already exists in the database. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries being created inadvertently.
  An attempt to import or upload data that contains existing outline levels.
  A programming error in custom code or a bad configuration in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Query the database to check if the outline level with the specified PCKG_NO and LINE_NO already exists. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant