How To Fix RH513 - Duplicate node: &1

RH513 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RH - BW: Hierarchies ( basic functions )

• Message number: 513

• Message text: Duplicate node: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RH513 - Duplicate node: &1 ?

  The SAP error message RH513 "Duplicate node: &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Organizational Management (OM) when there is an attempt to create or modify a node (such as an organizational unit, position, or job) that already exists in the system. The "&1" in the message will be replaced with the identifier of the node that is causing the issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that there is already an existing node with the same identifier (e.g., the same position ID, organizational unit ID, etc.) in the database.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, it is possible that duplicates were inadvertently created.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, configuration settings or custom developments can lead to situations where duplicate entries are attempted.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Nodes: Use transaction codes like PPOME (for Organizational Management) or PPOSE (for