How To Fix FL800 - & already exists (include &)


FL800 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FL - Function Builder messages

  • Message number: 800

  • Message text: & already exists (include &)

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  • What causes this issue?

    You attempted to create a function module with a name that already
    exists.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Use a different name.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FL800 - & already exists (include &) ?
    The SAP error message FL800 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the creation or modification of a financial document or master data, often due to a conflict with existing records. The message "already exists" suggests that the system is trying to create an entry that duplicates an existing one.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the system is attempting to create a record (such as a vendor, customer, or financial document) that already exists in the database. Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data being entered, such as incorrect keys or identifiers that lead to a conflict with existing records.
    Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for certain entries to be created if they conflict with existing data. Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were

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