How To Fix MI522 - Entry for user &, screen seq. &, log. screen & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MI - Customizing for the Material Master

• Message number: 522

• Message text: Entry for user &, screen seq. &, log. screen & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MI522 - Entry for user &, screen seq. &, log. screen & already exists ?

  The SAP error message MI522 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a user in the system, specifically related to a screen sequence and a log screen. This typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a user-specific setting or configuration that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the user already has an entry for the specified screen sequence and log screen in the relevant configuration table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings that allow for duplicate entries.
  Data Migration: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) or SUIM (User Information System) to check if the user already has an entry for the specified screen sequence and log screen.
  Look for the specific user and the screen sequence in the relevant tables (e.g., USR01, USR02, etc.).
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Duplicate Entry:
  
  If a duplicate entry is found, you can either delete it or modify it as necessary to resolve the conflict.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to user settings.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to user authorizations and screen sequences to ensure that they are set up correctly and do not allow for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to user management and screen sequences for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  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 SU01, SUIM, and SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate user settings and database tables.
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to view and modify user settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the MI522 error in your SAP system.