How To Fix FKH5004 - Entry already exits in &1 (Customizing)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKH5 - Calculation of Charges for Payment by Payment Card

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Entry already exits in &1 (Customizing)

What causes this issue?

The entry for &V1& with the key fields
Credit Card Institute,,Company Code,,Merchant ID
&V2&,,&V3&,,&V4&

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

already exists for another credit card charge schedule in Customizing.

System Response

It is not possible to make the entry.

How to fix this error?

Choose the appropriate valid charge schedule or delete the existing
charge schedule to enter a different one for the credit card institute,
company code, and merchant ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKH5004 - Entry already exits in &1 (Customizing) ?

  The SAP error message FKH5004 ("Entry already exists in &1 (Customizing)") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a configuration entry in the system, but an entry with the same key or identifier already exists in the specified customizing table or configuration area.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that you are attempting to create a new entry that has the same key as an existing entry in the customizing table.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the data you are entering may inadvertently match an existing entry due to typos or incorrect values.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a system where transports have been applied, there may be conflicts with existing entries that were not properly handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Go to the customizing table or transaction where the error occurred and check for existing entries that match the key you are trying to create.
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the contents of the relevant table.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry: 
  
  If you find an existing entry that you do not need, you can either modify it or delete it if it is no longer relevant.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Key: 
  
  If the existing entry is valid and you need to create a new one, consider using a different key or identifier that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific customizing area you are working in to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that all relevant transports have been properly imported and that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the customizing area you are working in (e.g., SPRO for project reference).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to the specific error message or the customizing area you are working with.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify customizing settings.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.