How To Fix FK221 - ID already exists; specify another ID

FK221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 221

• Message text: ID already exists; specify another ID

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK221 - ID already exists; specify another ID ?

  The SAP error message FK221 ("ID already exists; specify another ID") typically occurs in the context of financial document processing, particularly when dealing with vendor invoices, customer invoices, or other financial transactions. This error indicates that the identifier (ID) you are trying to use for a document or transaction already exists in the system, and therefore, you need to provide a different, unique identifier.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate ID: The most common cause of this error is that the ID you are trying to use (such as a document number, invoice number, or reference number) is already in use in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of document numbering or ID assignment in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be conflicts with existing IDs.
  User Error: The user may have inadvertently entered the same ID multiple times.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Unique ID: Check the existing