How To Fix PFO1091 - Control data entry already created for object kind &1 object type &2

PFO1091 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Control data entry already created for object kind &1 object type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1091 - Control data entry already created for object kind &1 object type &2 ?

  The SAP error message PFO1091 indicates that control data entry has already been created for a specific object kind and object type. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or other modules where control data is managed.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when there is an attempt to create control data for an object that already has existing control data. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The user or system is trying to create a new control data entry for an object that already has one.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object kind or type specified may not match the intended object, leading to confusion in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity or consistency in the database, leading to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PFO1091 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Control Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items)