How To Fix HRFORMS663 - An entry with the same key exists already

HRFORMS663 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFORMS - Messages for HR Form Builder

• Message number: 663

• Message text: An entry with the same key exists already

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFORMS663 - An entry with the same key exists already ?

  The SAP error message HRFORMS663 ("An entry with the same key exists already") typically occurs in the context of HR forms or infotypes when there is an attempt to create or modify an entry that conflicts with an existing entry in the database. This error is often related to duplicate entries in infotypes or forms that are not allowed by the system's data integrity rules.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there is already an existing entry in the database with the same key (e.g., employee number, infotype, validity period).
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have inadvertently entered the same data multiple times.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple users are trying to create or modify the same record simultaneously, it can lead to conflicts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: Before creating or modifying an entry, check the existing