How To Fix FBICRC_COHIER021 - Entry already exists in group &1: &2 - &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBICRC_COHIER - Messages for Company Hierarchy

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Entry already exists in group &1: &2 - &3

What causes this issue?

The value you specified already exists in another node, or there is an
interval overlap.
When you insert nodes from other group structures, the values/intervals
below these nodes are also inserted. For each of these entries, an
ambiguity check is also arried out.

System Response

The entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that when you insert nodes there are no overlaps when you
directly (or indirectly) insert new values/intervals.
&HINT&
In order to be able control the
<DS:DE.DCIND>Plus/Minus processing (Report Writer)</>, duplicate values
are permitted for account groups. Duplicate values are only necessary
here if an account occurs no more than twice, and the P/M indicator (the
Settings for Reports function to be found under the Extras menu ) is set
differently for this account.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBICRC_COHIER021 - Entry already exists in group &1: &2 - &3 ?

  The SAP error message FBICRC_COHIER021 indicates that there is an attempt to create or process a group entry in the Cash Management module (or related financial processes) where an entry with the same key already exists. This typically occurs in the context of cash flow management or reconciliation processes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The system is trying to create a new entry in a group that already has an existing entry with the same identifier (e.g., group number, company code, or other key fields).
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there were manual entries made that conflict with existing records.
  Concurrency Issues: Multiple users or processes trying to create or modify the same entry simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like FBICRC or relevant reports to check if the entry already exists in the specified group.
  Look for the group number and the associated identifiers (like company code, fiscal year, etc.) to identify the conflicting entry.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find a duplicate entry that is not needed, consider deleting or modifying it to resolve the conflict.
  Ensure that any changes made do not violate business rules or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration Processes:
  
  If this error occurred after a data migration, review the migration logs and processes to ensure that duplicates were not introduced during the migration.
  
  
  
  Implement Locking Mechanisms:
  
  If concurrency is an issue, consider implementing locking mechanisms or ensuring that users are aware of the processes to avoid simultaneous modifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBICRC (Cash Management) and FBL1N (Vendor Line Items) to analyze entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify entries in the relevant financial modules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.