How To Fix FDM_MIRROR005 - Target company code &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_MIRROR - Mirror System Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Target company code &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_MIRROR005 - Target company code &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message FDM_MIRROR005 indicates that there is an attempt to create or mirror a target company code that already exists in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial data management or when working with company codes in SAP Financials.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the target company code you are trying to create or mirror already exists in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  An attempt to duplicate an existing company code.
  A previous process that created the company code but did not complete successfully.
  Data migration or integration processes that inadvertently try to create a company code that is already present.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FDM_MIRROR005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Company Codes:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 (or navigate to the appropriate menu) to view the list of existing company codes in your SAP system.
  Verify if the company code you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Your Process:
  
  If the company code already exists, you may need to adjust your process to use the existing company code instead of trying to create a new one.
  If you intended to update or modify the existing company code, ensure you are using the correct transaction or method.
  
  
  
  Data Migration/Integration Review:
  
  If this error occurred during a data migration or integration process, review the data being imported to ensure that it does not contain duplicates.
  Adjust the data source to exclude any existing company codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or process you are using to see if there are any additional considerations or steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for company code settings) and FSP0 (for financial statement versions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.