How To Fix KZ111 - Entry already exists

KZ111 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Entry already exists

What causes this issue?

You entered a single object that is already assigned.

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?

Enter a different single object, or delete your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KZ111 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ111 ("Entry already exists") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when you are trying to create or modify a record that already exists in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to create a cost center, internal order, or any other master data that requires unique entries.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the entry you are trying to create already exists in the database. This could be due to a previous entry that was not deleted or an attempt to create a new entry with the same key or identifier.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the data being entered may inadvertently match an existing record due to typographical errors or incorrect data formats.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that enforce uniqueness for certain fields, leading to this