How To Fix EM003 - &1 already exists

EM003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 003

• Message text: &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM003 - &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message EM003 typically indicates that an entry you are trying to create already exists in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating master data records, entries in tables, or during configuration processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error message EM003 is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create a new record (e.g., a customer, vendor, or material) that has a unique identifier (like a key or code) that already exists in the database.
  The system enforces uniqueness for certain fields, and the value you are trying to enter conflicts with an existing entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EM003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Verify if the record you are trying to create already exists. You can do this by searching for the record using the relevant transaction code or report.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to check the relevant database table for existing entries.
  
  
  
  Modify the Entry:
  
  If