How To Fix CBRC_REGCHECK016 - An entry with the same key already exists

CBRC_REGCHECK016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CBRC_REGCHECK - Messages for Substance-Related Regulation Check

• Message number: 016

• Message text: An entry with the same key already exists

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Inserting is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CBRC_REGCHECK016 - Details

• The SAP error message CBRC_REGCHECK016 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an entry in the system that already exists, leading to a conflict due to duplicate keys. This error typically occurs in the context of configuration or master data management, where unique identifiers (keys) are required for each entry.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there is already an existing entry in the database with the same key (e.g., a unique identifier for a business partner, material, or other master data).
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system or imported in bulk, it may lead to duplicates if the uniqueness constraints are not properly managed.
  Concurrent Processing: Multiple users or processes may be trying to create the same entry simultaneously, leading to a race condition.
  Incorrect Configuration: Misconfiguration in the system settings or data model can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Entries: Before