How To Fix PIC01006 - Material &1 already exists in &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PIC01 - Parts Interchangeability Message Class

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Material &1 already exists in &2 &3

What causes this issue?

Material &V1& has already been created as an interchangeable material.

System Response

Material &V1& already exists in &V2& &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Check and if necessary, correct the entry.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PIC01006 - Material &1 already exists in &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message PIC01006 indicates that a material (denoted as &1) already exists in a specific location (denoted as &2) and plant (denoted as &3). This error typically occurs during the creation or modification of material master records when the system detects that the material you are trying to create or change is already present in the specified storage location or plant.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the material you are trying to create already exists in the system for the specified plant and storage location.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as using the wrong material number or plant/storage location.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be duplicates that were not properly handled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Material: Verify if the material already exists in the specified plant and storage location. You can do this by using transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to search for the material.
  Use Correct Material Number: Ensure that you are using the correct material number and that it is not a typo. If you are trying to create a new material, make sure that the number you are using is unique.
  Delete or Change Existing Material: If the existing material is not needed, you may consider deleting it (if allowed) or changing its details if it is appropriate to do so.
  Consult with Your Team: If you are unsure about the existing material, consult with your team or the person responsible for material management to understand the context of the existing material.
  Check for Data Migration Issues: If this error arises after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that duplicates were handled correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  Material Master Data: Understand the structure of material master data in SAP, including views like Basic Data, Sales Data, Purchasing Data, and Plant Data.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify material records in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PIC01006 error and successfully manage your material records in SAP.