How To Fix CM_BOMBOS012 - Entry already exists in the worklist

CM_BOMBOS012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_BOMBOS - BOMBOS

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Entry already exists in the worklist

What causes this issue?

The entry for bill of material &v2& already exists in the worklist.

System Response

The older data record is overwritten by the new one.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_BOMBOS012 - Entry already exists in the worklist ?

  The SAP error message CM_BOMBOS012: "Entry already exists in the worklist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Workflow or Business Object Management. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a worklist entry that already exists, which can happen due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the same work item is being processed or created multiple times, leading to a conflict.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: Misconfiguration in the workflow or business object settings can lead to duplicate entries being generated.
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple users or processes are trying to create the same work item simultaneously, it can result in this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: Inconsistent data in the database or issues with the underlying business logic can also lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the worklist to see if the entry already exists. If it does, you may need to handle it accordingly