How To Fix RX103 - The link cannot be inserted, as it already exists

RX103 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RX - BW: InfoCatalog

• Message number: 103

• Message text: The link cannot be inserted, as it already exists

What causes this issue?

The link already exists in this directory

System Response

The link cannot be inserted

How to fix this error?

A link cannot be inserted twice. You can only use the same link once
under each directory.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RX103 - The link cannot be inserted, as it already exists ?

  The SAP error message RX103, which states "The link cannot be inserted, as it already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create a link (such as a document link or a relationship between objects) that already exists in the system. This can happen in various SAP modules, including Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with object links in general.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Link: The most common cause is that the link you are trying to create already exists in the system. This could be a link to a document, a business object, or any other entity that supports linking.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system has built-in checks to prevent duplicate entries to maintain data integrity.
  User Error: The user may not be aware that the link already exists, possibly due to a lack of visibility or oversight.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Links: Before attempting to create a new link, check if the link already exists.