How To Fix REBPAD002 - Object already has an address; first delete this address

REBPAD002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REBPAD - Messages for Address Management

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Object already has an address; first delete this address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REBPAD002 - Object already has an address; first delete this address ?

  The SAP error message REBPAD002 ("Object already has an address; first delete this address") typically occurs when you are trying to assign a new address to a business partner or customer/vendor in the SAP system, but the object (business partner, customer, or vendor) already has an existing address assigned to it. This error is common in the context of address management in SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) or SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system does not allow multiple addresses for the same object without first deleting the existing address. This is a safeguard to prevent data inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Existing Address:
  
  Navigate to the business partner or customer/vendor record that you are trying to modify.
  Check the existing address details to confirm that there is indeed an address already assigned.
  
  
  
  Delete the Existing Address:
  
  If you