How To Fix MEEXTFU001 - An entry - standard or returns item - already exists for &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEEXTFU - MMPUR Messages Re Enhanced Functions

• Message number: 001

• Message text: An entry - standard or returns item - already exists for &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEEXTFU001 - An entry - standard or returns item - already exists for &1 ?

  The SAP error message MEEXTFU001 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a purchase order (PO) item that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs when you try to add a new item to a purchase order, but the item number or the combination of item details already exists in the system, either as a standard item or a returns item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the item you are trying to add already exists in the purchase order or in the system.
  Incorrect Item Number: You may be using an incorrect or duplicate item number that is already associated with another purchase order.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect item details or quantities that lead to a conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Items: Review the purchase order to see if the item you are trying