How To Fix /ISDFPS/NR140 - GNR definition &1-&2-&3 already exists: active: '&4'

/ISDFPS/NR140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/NR -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: GNR definition &1-&2-&3 already exists: active: '&4'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/NR140 - GNR definition &1-&2-&3 already exists: active: '&4' ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/NR140 GNR definition &1-&2-&3 already exists: active: '&4' typically occurs in the context of the SAP ISDFPS (Integrated Supply Chain and Demand Forecasting) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a GNR (Generic Number Range) definition that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The error is triggered when you try to create a new GNR definition with the same key (composed of &1, &2, &3) as an existing one. The system checks for uniqueness and finds that a definition with the same parameters already exists.
  Active Status: The message indicates that the existing GNR definition is currently active (as indicated by '&4'), which means it is in use and cannot be duplicated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Definitions: Before creating a new GNR definition, check the existing definitions in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or table where GNR