How To Fix MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH006 - Key is already maintained (for &1).

MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH - Technical PO Handler Messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Key is already maintained (for &1).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH006 - Key is already maintained (for &1). ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_POHANDLER_TECH006 with the description "Key is already maintained (for &1)" typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a purchasing document with a key (like a vendor, material, or document number) that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to create a new entry that already exists. For example, if you are trying to create a purchase order for a vendor that already has an existing purchase order, this error may occur.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as incorrect or incomplete information that leads the system to believe that a duplicate entry is being created.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may lead to this