How To Fix E9012 - &1 &2 &3 &4 already exists

E9012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E9 - General IS-U Error Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4 already exists

What causes this issue?

You have specified a record that already exists in the database.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a new key value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E9012 - &1 &2 &3 &4 already exists ?

  The SAP error message E9012 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create or insert a record that already exists in the system. The placeholders &1, &2, &3, and &4 in the error message usually represent specific fields or identifiers related to the record that is causing the conflict.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to create a record (such as a customer, vendor, or material) that already exists in the database.
  Unique Constraints: The database table may have unique constraints that prevent the insertion of duplicate records.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, there may be duplicates in the source data.
  Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom ABAP code or enhancements, there may be logic that does not properly check for existing records before attempting to create new ones.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Records: Before attempting to