How To Fix DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT137 - The sequence &1 is already in use. No creation possible!

DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT137 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT - message class for dynamic maint event proc

• Message number: 137

• Message text: The sequence &1 is already in use. No creation possible!

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DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT137 - Details

• The SAP error message DMC_MDS_MAINT_EVENT137 indicates that there is an attempt to create a sequence that is already in use. This typically occurs in the context of Data Management and Data Consistency in SAP systems, particularly when dealing with Master Data Management (MDM) or Data Migration Cockpit (DMC).
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Sequence: The sequence you are trying to create already exists in the system. This can happen if the sequence was previously created and not properly deleted or if there is a naming conflict.
  Concurrent Processes: Another process or user might be using the same sequence at the same time, leading to a conflict.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that are causing the system to misinterpret the sequence's availability.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Sequences: Verify if the sequence already exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view sequences.
  Use a