How To Fix RP199 - An entry already exists with these account assignments


RP199 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

  • Message number: 199

  • Message text: An entry already exists with these account assignments

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP199 - An entry already exists with these account assignments ?
    The SAP error message RP199, which states "An entry already exists with these account assignments," typically occurs during the processing of payroll or when attempting to post accounting entries in SAP. This error indicates that there is a duplicate entry for the specified account assignments in the system, which violates the uniqueness constraint for that particular data set.
    Causes:
    
    Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there is already an existing entry in the database for the same account assignments (e.g., cost center, internal order, or other relevant fields).
    Incorrect Data Entry: Manual data entry errors can lead to duplicates being created inadvertently.
    
    Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the payroll or accounting module may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts. Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, duplicates may have been introduced during the migration process. Solutions: Check for Existing Entries: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11

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