How To Fix GK222 - &1 &2 already exists

GK222 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 222

• Message text: &1 &2 already exists

What causes this issue?

The specified organizational unit already exists.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK222 - &1 &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message GK222 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an entry in the system that already exists. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, configuration settings, or transactional data.
  
  Cause:
  The error message GK222 is generally triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The system is trying to create a new entry (like a master record or configuration) that already exists in the database.
  Incorrect Data Input: The user may have entered data that conflicts with existing records, such as a duplicate key or identifier.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being imported or migrated into the system, it may contain duplicates that violate unique constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GK222 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database table for existing entries that match the data you