How To Fix RECAAP115 - Internal error: new number for IMKEY already exists; &1: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECAAP - Application-Related Messages

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Internal error: new number for IMKEY already exists; &1: &2

What causes this issue?

The system tried to determine a new <AB>IMKEY</> number. A number was
selected that was already used on the database.

System Response

The process of determining a new <AB>IMKEY</> number was terminated.
There is an inconsistency in the number range object. The current number
is a value that was already assigned.

How to fix this error?

Change the current number to a value that was not yet used in the
system.
To change the current number, use transaction
<DS:TRAN.FO_NRIV_IMKNT>FO_NRIV_IMKNT</>.
To determine the correct current <AB>IMKEY</> number, you can use the
report <DS:REPO.RFREDS_IMKEY_ANALYZE>RFREDS_IMKEY_ANALYZE</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECAAP115 - Internal error: new number for IMKEY already exists; &1: &2 ?

  The SAP error message RECAAP115, which states "Internal error: new number for IMKEY already exists; &1: &2," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting or Real Estate Management when there is an issue with the internal number assignment for an object, such as an asset or a real estate object.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Number Assignment: The error indicates that the system is trying to assign a new internal number (IMKEY) that already exists in the database. This can happen due to:
  
  A configuration issue where the number range is not set up correctly.
  A data inconsistency where the same number is being generated for multiple objects.
  A problem with the number range object settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate number assignments, they might inadvertently cause conflicts.
  
  
  Database Issues: Corruption or inconsistencies in the database can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Number Ranges:
  
  Go to the transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects) and check the configuration for the relevant number range object. Ensure that the number ranges are correctly defined and that there are no overlaps.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements related to number assignment, review the code to ensure it does not create duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the database to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like SE11 to check the database table for duplicates.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SNRO: Number Range Objects
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator (for checking custom developments)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting or Real Estate Management for best practices on number range management.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the functionality in a development or quality assurance environment before moving to production.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RECAAP115 error and implement a solution to resolve it.