How To Fix RP819 - Target matrix already exists.

RP819 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 819

• Message text: Target matrix already exists.

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to copy a matrix to one that already exists.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the target table again. If, in fact, you want to copy and
overwrite this table, you will first have to delete that target table
and perform the copy function again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP819 - Target matrix already exists. ?

  The SAP error message RP819 "Target matrix already exists" typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) when you are trying to create or modify a target matrix for a specific employee or organizational unit, and the system detects that a target matrix with the same identifier already exists.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that a target matrix with the same key (e.g., employee ID, organizational unit) already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, leading to an attempt to create a duplicate matrix.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow for the creation of multiple matrices for the same entity.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Matrices: Before creating a new target matrix, check if a matrix for the same employee or organizational unit already exists. You can do this by navigating to the