How To Fix DB6PM923 - MDC setting already exists

DB6PM923 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB6PM - DB2 UDB for UNIX, Windows: Performance Monitoring

• Message number: 923

• Message text: MDC setting already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB6PM923 - MDC setting already exists ?

  The SAP error message DB6PM923, which states "MDC setting already exists," typically occurs in the context of database management, particularly when dealing with the Multi-Database Container (MDC) settings in SAP HANA. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or configure an MDC setting that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: The error is primarily caused by an attempt to create a new MDC configuration that already exists in the database. This can happen if the configuration was previously set up and the system is trying to apply it again.
  Incorrect Script Execution: If a script or command is executed that attempts to create an MDC setting without checking for existing configurations, this error can occur.
  System Migration or Upgrade: During system migrations or upgrades, existing settings may conflict with new configurations being applied.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Settings: Before attempting to create a new MDC setting, check the existing configurations in the