How To Fix EC199 - Status &1 already exists in new original

EC199 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Status &1 already exists in new original

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC199 - Status &1 already exists in new original ?

  The SAP error message EC199, which states "Status &1 already exists in new original," typically occurs in the context of document processing or status management within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a status that already exists for a particular document or object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Status: The error is primarily caused by an attempt to assign a status to a document that already has that status assigned.
  Data Entry Error: It may occur due to incorrect data entry or an attempt to reprocess a document that has already been processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues in the configuration of status management in the system, leading to conflicts when trying to assign statuses.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Status: Verify the current status of the document or object in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the document number to check its status.
  Avoid Duplicate