How To Fix /PLMI/ECN_BO005 - Object management record &1 (&3) already exists for change number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/ECN_BO -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Object management record &1 (&3) already exists for change number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO005 - Object management record &1 (&3) already exists for change number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/ECN_BO005 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an object management record (OMR) for a change number that already exists in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Engineering Change Management (ECM) or similar processes where change numbers are used to track modifications to objects.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new object management record for a change number that already has an existing record.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database for the specified change number and object combination.
  The system is enforcing a uniqueness constraint on the combination of the change number and the object management record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database table related to object management records (e.g., /PLMI/OMR or similar) to see if an entry for the specified change number and object already exists.
  
  
  
  Review Change Number:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct change number. If you are trying to create a new record, verify that you are not mistakenly using an existing change number.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Record:
  
  If the record already exists and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing object management record instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Records:
  
  If you find that there are duplicate records that should not exist, you may need to delete the unnecessary records. Be cautious with this step and ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and backups.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Engineering Change Management for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CC01 (Create Change Master), CC02 (Change Change Master), and CC03 (Display Change Master) for managing change numbers.
  Tables: Understand the relevant tables involved in object management and change management processes, such as /PLMI/OMR, MARA, MAST, etc.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify object management records in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.