How To Fix /PRA/CHECK_INPUT191 - Duplicate keys for Remitter no and Check Number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/CHECK_INPUT -

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Duplicate keys for Remitter no and Check Number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT191 - Duplicate keys for Remitter no and Check Number &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/CHECK_INPUT191 Duplicate keys for Remitter no and Check Number &2 typically indicates that there is a duplicate entry in the system for a specific combination of Remitter Number and Check Number. This error often arises in financial transactions, particularly in payment processing or check management scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that the same Remitter Number and Check Number combination has been entered more than once in the system.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source (like a file upload), it may contain duplicate records.
  Incorrect Manual Entry: Users may inadvertently enter the same check number for the same remitter multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Review the entries in the relevant tables or transaction screens to identify if the Remitter Number and Check Number combination already exists.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant database tables.
  
  
  
  Correct the Data:
  
  If duplicates are found, determine which entry is valid and remove or correct the duplicate entry.
  If the duplicate is due to a data import, ensure that the source data is cleaned up to remove duplicates before importing.
  
  
  
  Implement Validation:
  
  If this is a recurring issue, consider implementing validation checks in the data entry process to prevent duplicates from being saved in the first place.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your implementation, as configurations may vary.
  
  
  
  Error Handling: 
  
  If the error occurs during a batch process, ensure that the batch job is designed to handle duplicates appropriately, either by skipping them or logging them for review.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  SE16: Data Browser for checking table entries.
  FB03: Display Document to view financial documents.
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display to check vendor transactions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of checking for existing entries before creating new ones to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.