How To Fix /SEHS/DG_HM005 - Entry with segregation keys &1 and &2 for regulation &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_HM -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Entry with segregation keys &1 and &2 for regulation &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_HM005 - Entry with segregation keys &1 and &2 for regulation &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_HM005 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an entry in the system that conflicts with an existing entry. Specifically, the message states that there is already an entry with the specified segregation keys and regulation in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entry: You are trying to create a new entry that has the same segregation keys and regulation as an existing entry in the system.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries to maintain data integrity and ensure that each entry is unique based on the specified keys.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or table where the entries are stored (e.g., using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11).
  Search for existing entries using the segregation keys and regulation mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if the entry you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry:
  
  If you find that the entry already exists and it is valid, you may need to modify your new entry to use different segregation keys or regulation.
  If the existing entry is no longer needed, consider deleting it if it is appropriate to do so.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides to understand the rules around segregation keys and regulations in your specific context.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Segregation Keys: These are typically used in regulatory compliance scenarios to differentiate between various types of data or processes that need to be handled differently.
  Regulations: These refer to the legal or compliance requirements that your organization must adhere to, which may vary by region or industry.
  SAP Modules: This error may be related to specific SAP modules such as SAP Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) or others that deal with compliance and regulatory data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.