How To Fix MZ005 - Exception & exists already

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MZ - Message for the EWS in LIS

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Exception & exists already

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MZ005 - Exception & exists already ?

  The SAP error message MZ005, which states "Exception & exists already," typically occurs in the context of material management or inventory management processes. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an exception (such as a material exception) that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the exception you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. This could happen if the same exception was previously recorded or if there is a data entry error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system recognizing the entry as a duplicate.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in SAP may lead to this error if they are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Exceptions: Before creating a new exception, check the existing exceptions in the system to see if the one you are