Message type: E = Error
Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL
Message number: 688
Message text: Cannot create X.400 address because &1 &2 &3 already exists
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R1688
- Cannot create X.400 address because &1 &2 &3 already exists ?The SAP error message R1688, which states "Cannot create X.400 address because &1 &2 &3 already exists," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create an X.400 address in the SAP system, but an address with the same parameters already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when configuring communication settings for SAP systems or when setting up new users or systems.
Cause: The error is caused by a conflict in the address space. Specifically, it indicates that the X.400 address you are trying to create is already present in the system. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 in the error message usually represent specific components of the address that are causing the conflict, such as the address type, the user ID, or other identifying information.
Solution: To resolve this error, you can follow these steps: Check Existing Addresses: Use transaction codes like SO10 (for SAPscript) or SOST (for sending messages) to
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