How To Fix /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS022 - Object category &1 already exists

/PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Object category &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS022 - Object category &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/INSOBJ_GEN_MESS022 with the description "Object category &1 already exists" typically occurs when you are trying to create a new object in the system, but an object with the same category already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with maintenance plans, notifications, or other object types in the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) module.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create an object (like a maintenance plan, task list, etc.) with a category that already exists in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that prevent the creation of multiple objects of the same category.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity, and allowing duplicates could lead to confusion or errors in reporting and processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Objects: Before creating a new object, check if an object with the same category already exists.