How To Fix /PLMB/BA_FRW005 - Entry with field type &1 already exists for group &2 and structure &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMB/BA_FRW -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Entry with field type &1 already exists for group &2 and structure &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMB/BA_FRW005 - Entry with field type &1 already exists for group &2 and structure &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMB/BA_FRW005 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an entry in a specific group and structure, but an entry with the same field type already exists. This typically occurs in the context of Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) or when working with data structures in SAP PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to add a field of a certain type to a group that already contains a field of that type.
  Configuration Issue: There may be a misconfiguration in the data structure or group settings that allows for duplicate entries.
  Data Integrity: The system is enforcing data integrity rules to prevent duplicate definitions that could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant group and structure in the SAP system.
  Review the existing entries to identify if a field of the same type already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Duplicates:
  
  If a duplicate entry is found, you can either modify the existing entry to meet your requirements or remove it if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If you are working with a custom configuration, ensure that your settings do not allow for duplicate entries. This may involve reviewing the configuration settings in the relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the constraints and requirements for field types and groups.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific context of your implementation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your specific scenario, you may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or others relevant to your configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.