How To Fix CMM_TRM_DEND070 - Entry for portfolio &1/&2 and purpose &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_TRM_DEND - CMM TRM EoD processing alignment

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Entry for portfolio &1/&2 and purpose &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_TRM_DEND070 - Entry for portfolio &1/&2 and purpose &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message CMM_TRM_DEND070 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an entry in the portfolio management system that already exists. This error typically arises when you are trying to create a new entry for a portfolio and purpose combination that has already been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a portfolio entry that already exists in the system for the specified portfolio and purpose.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report in SAP where you can view existing portfolio entries.
  Search for the portfolio (&1) and purpose (&3) combination to confirm if it already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry:
  
  If the entry already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find that there is an unnecessary duplicate entry, you may delete it if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for more information on managing portfolio entries.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to portfolio management, such as CMM1 (Create Portfolio) or CMM2 (Change Portfolio).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view, create, or modify portfolio entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.