How To Fix ER045 - The combination company code &1 and division &2 occurs twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ER - IS-U regional structure

• Message number: 045

• Message text: The combination company code &1 and division &2 occurs twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ER045 - The combination company code &1 and division &2 occurs twice ?

  The SAP error message ER045 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for the combination of company code and division in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a master record (such as a customer or vendor) that already exists with the same company code and division combination.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there is already an existing record in the system with the same company code and division.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, duplicates may have been introduced.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual data entry errors can lead to duplicates being created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to check the relevant tables (e.g., KNA1 for customers, LFA1 for vendors) for existing entries with the same company code and division.
  You can also use the FBL1N or FBL5N transactions to view vendor or customer line items.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Duplicates: 
  
  If you find a duplicate entry that is not needed, you can delete it or modify it to resolve the conflict.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to master data.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  Implement data validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your IT department or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as XD01 (Create Customer), XD02 (Change Customer), XK01 (Create Vendor), and XK02 (Change Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on managing master data and understanding error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the ER045 error message in SAP.