How To Fix PA106 - CAUTION: Existing reference will be overwritten

PA106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: CAUTION: Existing reference will be overwritten

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA106 - CAUTION: Existing reference will be overwritten ?

  The SAP error message PA106 "CAUTION: Existing reference will be overwritten" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when you are trying to create or modify a record that already exists in the system. This message serves as a warning that the action you are about to take will overwrite existing data, which could lead to loss of important information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Overwrite: You are attempting to enter a new record or modify an existing one, and the system detects that the record you are working on already exists. This could happen when you are trying to create a new infotype record (like a new address, job, or personal data) that overlaps with an existing record.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect data entry or misunderstanding of the infotype structure, leading to attempts to create duplicate records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Records: Before proceeding, check the existing records for the employee