How To Fix Q7092 - A long text already exists with the new long text key

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q7 - Messages-QM Master Data: Catalogs, Selected Sets

• Message number: 092

• Message text: A long text already exists with the new long text key

What causes this issue?

You want to create a new entry although a long text already exists with
the new key.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose another key for the new entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q7092 - A long text already exists with the new long text key ?

  The SAP error message Q7092 ("A long text already exists with the new long text key") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a long text in the SAP system, and the system detects that a long text with the same key already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with material master data, quality management, or other areas where long texts are used.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to create a new long text entry that conflicts with an existing entry. The "new long text key" refers to the identifier that the system uses to manage long texts, and if this key already exists in the database, the system will prevent the creation of a duplicate entry.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Long Texts:
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., MM02 for material master, QA32 for quality notifications) to check if a long text already exists for the key you are trying to use.
  Navigate to the long text section and review the existing entries.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Long Text:
  
  If a long text already exists and you need to update it, you can modify the existing long text instead of creating a new one. This can usually be done in the same transaction where you encountered the error.
  
  
  
  Delete Existing Long Text:
  
  If the existing long text is no longer needed, you can delete it. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes or users relying on that text.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Key:
  
  If you need to create a new long text and the existing one is valid, consider using a different key or identifier that does not conflict with the existing long text.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to long texts for specific guidance on managing long texts in your context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes relevant to the area you are working in (e.g., MM02, QA32, SE11 for data dictionary).
  Long Text Management: Understand how long texts are structured and managed in SAP, including the use of text types and text objects.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error Q7092 for any specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.