How To Fix BT023 - This entry already exists

BT023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 023

• Message text: This entry already exists

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to include a new object entry in table BTCCTL. The
object ID (computer name + object ID) that you specified is already in
the table.

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?

You can either cancel and choose 'Edit' or enter another object ID
(computer name + object ID).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT023 - This entry already exists ?

  The SAP error message BT023 ("This entry already exists") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a record in the system that already has an existing entry with the same key or unique identifier. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating business partners, materials, or other master data.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the entry you are trying to create already exists in the database. This could be due to a previous entry that was not properly deleted or a duplicate attempt to create the same record.
  Unique Constraints: The database table may have unique constraints that prevent the creation of duplicate records.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not cleaned up.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly attempted to create the same record multiple times.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existing Records: Before creating a new entry, check