How To Fix SBDS006 - Bar Code &2 Already Exists

SBDS006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SBDS - Message Class: Business Document Service

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Bar Code &2 Already Exists

What causes this issue?

No entry could be made with barcode &V2& in table &V1&. This entry
already exists.

System Response

The entry is rejected.

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?

Enter another barcode value.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SBDS006 - Details

• The SAP error message SBDS006: Bar Code &2 Already Exists typically occurs in the context of SAP's barcode management system, particularly when you are trying to create or register a barcode that already exists in the system. This can happen in various modules where barcodes are used, such as inventory management, logistics, or production.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create a new barcode that has the same identifier as an existing barcode in the system.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database for the barcode you are trying to create.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SBDS006 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Barcodes:
  
  Use the transaction code or report that allows you to view existing barcodes in the system. Look for the barcode you are trying to create and confirm that it indeed exists.
  
  
  
  Modify the Barcode:
  
  If the barcode already exists and you need a new one, consider modifying the barcode