How To Fix I4204 - &1 &2 already exists

I4204 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I4 - WCM: Work Clearance Management

• Message number: 204

• Message text: &1 &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I4204 - &1 &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message I4204 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 I4204 is generally triggered by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entries: You are trying to create a new entry (e.g., a material, vendor, customer, etc.) that already exists in the system.
  Unique Constraints: The system has unique constraints on certain fields, and the value you are trying to enter conflicts with an existing entry.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data into SAP, there may be duplicates in the source data that are not being handled correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the I4204 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Entries:
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., MM01 for materials, XK01 for vendors) to search for the existing