How To Fix MM_PUR_HUB_CFG_MSG002 - Company code name &1 already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_HUB_CFG_MSG - Message class for Central Hub Configuration

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Company code name &1 already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_HUB_CFG_MSG002 - Company code name &1 already exists. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_HUB_CFG_MSG002 indicates that there is an attempt to create or configure a company code in the system that already exists. This error typically occurs in the context of configuring the SAP Purchasing Hub or similar modules where company codes are defined.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the company code you are trying to create or configure is already present in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The company code was previously created and not deleted.
  There is a duplicate entry in the configuration settings.
  There is a misunderstanding about the existing company codes in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Company Codes:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., OBY6 for company code configuration) to view the list of existing company codes.
  Verify if the company code you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Use Existing Company Code:
  
  If the company code already exists, you may need to use it instead of trying to create a new one. Update your configuration to reference the existing company code.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate entries or if the existing company code is not needed, you can delete or modify it as appropriate. Be cautious with deletions to avoid impacting other configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and transporting changes to a production environment, ensure that the transport requests do not contain conflicting configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the Purchasing Hub configuration for any specific guidelines or prerequisites that may apply.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration of Company Codes
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring the Purchasing Hub and managing company codes.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.