Message type: E = Error
Message class: MD_SUBSTN - Messages for Master Data Substitution
Message number: 036
Message text: Group & already exists
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MD_SUBSTN036
- Group & already exists ?The SAP error message MD_SUBSTN036 indicates that a substitution group with the specified name already exists in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create a new substitution group in the SAP system, but a group with the same name or identifier already exists.
Cause: Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a substitution group that has the same name as an existing one. Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typographical error in the name you are trying to use, leading to confusion with an existing group. System Configuration: The system may have been configured to prevent the creation of duplicate groups for data integrity.
Solution: Check Existing Groups: Before creating a new substitution group, check the existing groups in the system to see if the one you are trying to create already exists. You can do this by navigating to the
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