How To Fix /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES034 - Master policy &1 already exists; Enter a new master policy

/PM0/ABB_MESSAGES034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Master policy &1 already exists; Enter a new master policy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES034 - Master policy &1 already exists; Enter a new master policy ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABB_MESSAGES034 indicates that you are trying to create a master policy that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of insurance or financial services modules within SAP, where master policies are used to manage insurance contracts or financial agreements.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create a new master policy with an identifier (e.g., policy number) that is already in use.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database for the master policy you are trying to create.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Policies:
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., IP01, IP02, or similar depending on your SAP version) to search for existing master policies.
  Look for the policy number or identifier you are trying to create to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Identifier:
  
  If the policy already exists, you will need to create a new master policy with