How To Fix PSSC_BUFFER018 - '&1' not created because it already exists in buffer

PSSC_BUFFER018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSSC_BUFFER - Social Services Buffer

• Message number: 018

• Message text: '&1' not created because it already exists in buffer

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSSC_BUFFER018 - '&1' not created because it already exists in buffer ?

  The SAP error message PSSC_BUFFER018 indicates that a specific object (in this case, identified by &1) is not created because it already exists in the buffer. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's buffer management, where the system is trying to create or update an object that is already present in the buffer.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the object you are trying to create or modify is already present in the buffer. This can happen if the object was previously created and not properly cleared from the buffer.
  Buffer Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the buffer settings in the SAP system, leading to conflicts when trying to create new entries.
  System State: The system might be in a state where it is not able to refresh or clear the buffer correctly, leading to stale entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Buffer Entries: Use transaction codes like