How To Fix GHO_DEFERMENT_BO023 - Duplicate entry: Event ID &1 and Plan Number &2 already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_DEFERMENT_BO - Deferment BO message class

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Duplicate entry: Event ID &1 and Plan Number &2 already exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_DEFERMENT_BO023 - Duplicate entry: Event ID &1 and Plan Number &2 already exist ?

  The SAP error message GHO_DEFERMENT_BO023 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a specific Event ID and Plan Number combination in the system. This typically occurs in the context of managing business operations, such as financial planning, project management, or similar processes where unique identifiers are required for events or plans.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data Entry: The most common cause is that the same Event ID and Plan Number combination has been entered more than once in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or imported in bulk, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple users or processes are trying to create the same event simultaneously, it can lead to duplicates.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the system that allow duplicates to be created.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database table for existing entries with the same Event ID and Plan Number.
  Identify and review the duplicates.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Duplicates: 
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to delete or modify the existing entries to ensure that the combination of Event ID and Plan Number is unique.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  This can include user training or system enhancements.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration Processes: 
  
  If the issue arose from data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure they include checks for existing records before inserting new ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  System Configuration: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reviewing the system configuration settings to ensure that they are set up to prevent duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to prevent unauthorized data entry that could lead to duplicates.
  Testing: After resolving the issue, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the changes made effectively prevent the error from occurring again.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.