How To Fix LRM016 - Object with business key "&1" cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LRM - Customizing

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Object with business key "&1" cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LRM016 - Object with business key "&1" cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message LRM016, which states "Object with business key '&1' cannot be created," typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when working with business objects that require unique identifiers (business keys) for creation. This error indicates that the system has detected a conflict with the business key you are trying to use, meaning that an object with the same business key already exists or there is a validation rule preventing the creation of the object.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Business Key: The most common cause is that an object with the same business key already exists in the system.
  Validation Rules: There may be validation rules in place that prevent the creation of an object with the specified business key.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to create the object.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The business key may have been entered incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with