How To Fix SDOKQUEIDX016 - SSR for & already exists; it cannot be changed

SDOKQUEIDX016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDOKQUEIDX - Message Class for Queueing and Indexing (new)

• Message number: 016

• Message text: SSR for & already exists; it cannot be changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDOKQUEIDX016 - SSR for & already exists; it cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message SDOKQUEIDX016 typically indicates that there is an issue with the document management system (DMS) in SAP, specifically related to the indexing of documents. The message states that an object (in this case, a document or a related entry) already exists in the system, and therefore, it cannot be changed or updated.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The error usually occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify an entry that already exists in the database. This could be due to a duplicate document number or identifier.
  Indexing Issues: There may be issues with the indexing of documents in the DMS, leading to conflicts when trying to update or change existing entries.
  Data Consistency: There might be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing the request.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Verify if the document or entry you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. You can