How To Fix RMSL_WUI162 - A label with this key already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSL_WUI - Labeling Web UI: RMSL Class Messages Converted for Web UI

• Message number: 162

• Message text: A label with this key already exists

What causes this issue?

A quantitative component label with this key already exists.
The key of the quantitative component label consists of the following
values:
Base quantity with unit
Data origin

System Response

The system does not create a new quantitative component label for this
key.

How to fix this error?

When you create the quantitative component label, choose a different
base quantity or a different data origin.

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 RMSL_WUI162 - A label with this key already exists ?

  The SAP error message RMSL_WUI162, which states "A label with this key already exists," typically occurs in the context of SAP Retail or SAP S/4HANA when there is an attempt to create or modify a label (such as a price label or product label) that already exists in the system with the same key or identifier.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Key: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to create a label with a key (identifier) that already exists in the database. This can happen if:
  
  A user is attempting to create a new label without checking for existing labels.
  There is a data entry error where the same key is being reused.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, it is possible that duplicate keys were introduced during this process.
  
  
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple users or processes are trying to create labels simultaneously, it may lead to conflicts and this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Labels: Before creating a new label, check the existing labels in the system to ensure that the key you are trying to use is not already in use. You can do this by querying the relevant database table or using the SAP GUI to search for existing labels.
  
  
  Use a Unique Key: If you find that the key is already in use, you will need to generate a new, unique key for the label you are trying to create.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If the error is due to data migration or bulk uploads, consider performing a cleanup of the existing labels to remove duplicates or correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Error Handling in Code: If you are developing custom code or using a custom program to create labels, implement error handling to check for existing keys before attempting to create a new label.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to label management in your specific version of SAP to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that deal with label management, such as RMSL transaction codes for Retail Management System.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with details of the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMSL_WUI162 error and successfully manage your labels in SAP.