How To Fix /CPD/CL_MSG335 - Employee with same BP number already exists in the list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -

• Message number: 335

• Message text: Employee with same BP number already exists in the list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG335 - Employee with same BP number already exists in the list ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG335 indicates that there is an attempt to create or process an employee record that has a Business Partner (BP) number which already exists in the system. This typically occurs in scenarios where the system is trying to create a new employee or update an existing one, but finds that the BP number is already associated with another employee record.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Business Partner: The most common cause is that the Business Partner number being used for the new employee already exists in the system for another employee.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the same BP number being assigned to multiple employees.
  Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with other applications or modules, there may be synchronization issues causing duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Verify if the BP number is already assigned to another employee. You can do this by searching for the BP number in the relevant employee or Business Partner tables.
  Use Unique BP Numbers: Ensure that each employee has a unique BP number. If you need to create a new employee, generate a new BP number instead of reusing an existing one.
  Update Existing Employee: If the intention was to update an existing employee's information, ensure you are using the correct employee ID or BP number.
  Data Cleanup: If duplicates are found, you may need to clean up the data by either merging records or deleting unnecessary duplicates, following your organization's data governance policies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing Business Partners and employee records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to manage Business Partner records or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to manage employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify employee records and Business Partners in the system.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your employee records are correctly maintained in the SAP system.