How To Fix LCM_COMMON023 - Internal contact &2 with type &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_COMMON - Messages for Legal Content Management

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Internal contact &2 with type &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_COMMON023 - Internal contact &2 with type &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message LCM_COMMON023 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an internal contact in the system, but a contact with the same type and identifier already exists. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in logistics or customer relationship management (CRM) scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The internal contact you are trying to create already exists in the system with the same type and identifier.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing bulk uploads, there may be duplicates in the data being imported.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings that allow for duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Contacts:
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., BP for Business Partner) to search for existing contacts with the same type and identifier.
  If you find a duplicate, you may need to update or delete the existing contact instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data you are trying to enter is unique. Validate the input data to avoid duplicates.
  If you are importing data, check the source data for duplicates before the import process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to internal contacts in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the intended behavior regarding duplicates.
  
  
  
  Error Handling in Data Migration:
  
  If this error occurs during a data migration process, implement error handling to skip or log duplicates instead of stopping the entire process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the module you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), VD01 (Create Customer), or others depending on your specific use case.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify internal contacts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.