How To Fix ECM_GRAPH006 - State already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECM_GRAPH - Change Graph in Engineering Change Management

• Message number: 006

• Message text: State already exists

What causes this issue?

You want to create a new state for the current object. However, the
change order you are using has already been used to process this object
, and the corresponding state is based on a different predecessor. For
each object, a change order can have <ZH>only one</> predecessor order.

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?

You need not create a new state, because this change number already has
a state with a different predecessor.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECM_GRAPH006 - State already exists ?

  The SAP error message ECM_GRAPH006: State already exists typically occurs in the context of the SAP Environment Management (ECM) or when working with graphical representations of processes, such as workflows or state machines. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or define a state that already exists in the system, leading to a conflict.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate State Definition: The most common cause is that the state you are trying to create or define already exists in the system. This can happen if you are importing or copying configurations that include existing states.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration settings where the state is being defined, leading to conflicts.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data or if the system has not been properly updated, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Existing States: Review the existing states in the system to confirm whether the state