How To Fix ISSR_MD_ADMIN002 - Contract exists already in master table and is displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR_MD_ADMIN - Master Data Management SR Supervision of Ins. Companies Act

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Contract exists already in master table and is displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR_MD_ADMIN002 - Contract exists already in master table and is displayed ?

  The SAP error message ISSR_MD_ADMIN002 indicates that a contract you are trying to create or modify already exists in the master table. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's contract management or similar modules where unique identifiers for contracts are required.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the contract you are trying to create has the same identifier (e.g., contract number) as an existing contract in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, it is possible that duplicate records were inadvertently created.
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered the contract details incorrectly, leading to a conflict with an existing record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Contracts: Before creating a new contract, check the existing contracts in the system to ensure that the contract number or identifier you are trying to use is not already in use.
  
  Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or relevant reports to search for existing contracts.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Identifier: If you find that the contract number is already in use, you will need to create a new contract with a unique identifier that does not conflict with existing records.
  
  
  Review Data Migration: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that no duplicates were created. You may need to clean up the data in the master table.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on contract management and the requirements for unique identifiers.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for contract management, such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract).
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is managed in SAP can help prevent issues related to duplicates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.