How To Fix J3RSCCD088 - The CDec with this full customs declaration number already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RSCCD -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: The CDec with this full customs declaration number already exists

What causes this issue?

The full customs declaration number, which is made up of this
combination of the <LS>Code of Registering Customs Office</> (BEHOE_P1),
<LS>Customs Declaration Registration Date</> (DATE_P2) and <LS>Customs
Declaration External Document Number</> (EXTN_P3) field values, already
exists.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RSCCD088 - The CDec with this full customs declaration number already exists ?

  The SAP error message J3RSCCD088 indicates that there is an attempt to create or process a Customs Declaration (CDec) in the SAP system, but the system has detected that a CDec with the same customs declaration number already exists. This typically occurs in the context of customs processing within SAP, particularly in modules related to foreign trade and customs management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the customs declaration number you are trying to use has already been entered into the system. This could happen if:
  
  The declaration was already processed.
  There was a previous attempt to create the declaration that was not completed or was saved.
  Data was imported or uploaded that included the same customs declaration number.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like external customs systems), there may be synchronization issues leading to duplicate entries.
  
  
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered the same customs declaration number multiple times.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Declarations: 
  
  Use the relevant transaction codes (like J3R1 or J3R2) to check for existing customs declarations in the system. Look for the customs declaration number in question to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Number: If you find that the customs declaration number is indeed already in use, you will need to use a different, unique customs declaration number for your new entry.
  
  
  Review Previous Entries: If you suspect that a previous entry was not completed, review the status of that entry. If it is still in a pending state, you may need to complete or delete it before proceeding.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be beneficial to consult with your IT department or SAP support team. They can help investigate the database for any inconsistencies or assist with data corrections.
  
  
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as sometimes bugs or issues are resolved in newer versions or patches.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for customs processing in SAP, such as J3R1 (Create Customs Declaration) and J3R2 (Change Customs Declaration).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to customs management for additional guidance on handling customs declarations.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in customs processing are adequately trained to avoid duplicate entries and understand the workflow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.