CVI_EI026 - Company code &1 is already available in the customer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CVI_EI - Messages for Complex Interface

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Company code &1 is already available in the customer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CVI_EI026 - Company code &1 is already available in the customer ?

  The SAP error message CVI_EI026 indicates that the specified company code (denoted by &1) is already associated with the customer in the system. This error typically arises during the process of creating or updating a customer master record in the Customer-Vendor Integration (CVI) framework, which is used to manage the integration of customer and vendor data in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to assign a company code to a customer that is already linked to that company code.
  There may be an attempt to create a duplicate entry for the same company code in the customer master data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Customer Data:
  
  Use transaction code XD03 (Display Customer) or FD03 (Display Customer - Company Code) to check if the customer already exists with the specified company code.
  If the customer already exists, you may not need to create a new entry. Instead, you can update the existing customer data if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review the Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that you are not mistakenly trying to create a duplicate customer entry. Verify the customer number and company code you are working with.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  If you are trying to create a new customer, ensure you are using the correct transaction code (XD01 for creating a customer centrally or FD01 for creating a customer at the company code level).
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  If you are migrating data or using a data upload tool, ensure that the data being uploaded does not contain duplicates for the same company code and customer combination.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the existing customer data or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  XD01: Create Customer (Centrally)
  XD02: Change Customer (Centrally)
  XD03: Display Customer (Centrally)
  FD01: Create Customer (Company Code)
  FD02: Change Customer (Company Code)
  FD03: Display Customer (Company Code)
  
  
  
  CVI Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the Customer-Vendor Integration settings are correctly configured in your SAP system. This includes settings related to the assignment of company codes to customers and vendors.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.