How To Fix PE779 - There is already a requirement with the same definition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 779

• Message text: There is already a requirement with the same definition

What causes this issue?

A personnel requirement with this definition already exists.

System Response

You cannot create more than one personnel requirement with the same
definition. The system therefore cancels this step until no identical
requirements exist.

How to fix this error?

Find the relevant personnel requirement in the list, and adjust the
number of employees required in the existing personnel requirement.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE779 - There is already a requirement with the same definition ?

  The SAP error message PE779, which states "There is already a requirement with the same definition," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Personnel Administration or Organizational Management modules. This error indicates that there is a duplicate requirement defined in the system, which can prevent the creation or modification of certain objects, such as positions, jobs, or other organizational elements.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following:
  
  Duplicate Requirement Definition: You are trying to create or modify a requirement that already exists in the system with the same characteristics (e.g., the same requirement type, description, etc.).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the same requirement has been defined multiple times inadvertently.
  Data Entry Errors: During data entry, a user may have inadvertently created a duplicate requirement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PE779 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Requirements:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., PP01 for maintaining requirements).
  Search for the requirement that you are trying to create or modify.
  Verify if a requirement with the same definition already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Requirement:
  
  If you find a duplicate requirement, you can either modify it to meet your needs or delete it if it is not needed.
  Ensure that any changes made do not affect other configurations or processes in the system.
  
  
  
  Create a Unique Requirement:
  
  If you need to create a new requirement, ensure that it has a unique definition that does not conflict with existing requirements.
  Change the name or characteristics of the new requirement to differentiate it from existing ones.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to requirements in your specific module to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PP01 (Maintain Requirements) or other related transactions in your SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error PE779, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify requirements in the system, as authorization issues can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PE779 error in your SAP system.