How To Fix SHTTP045 - Entry already exists for this selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHTTP - Messages for Development Class SHTTP

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Entry already exists for this selection

What causes this issue?

A competing entry already exists in the table ICFATTRIB.
This could be because, for example, a
non-client-specific or non-user-specific
data record already exists, and you are attempting to create a
client-specific or user-specific data record. This could cause the
follow-on applications, such as debugging, traces, recording, or
ATRA, to be called with incorrect parameters.

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?

If you want your entry to overwrite the existing data record, then
deactivate the existing record. To do this, choose
<ZK>Deactivate</> in the menu in the relevant function (debugging,
trace, recording, or ATRA), and deactivate the record.
You can then activate your selection.
If you do not want your entry to overwrite the existing entry, then
no further action is required.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SHTTP045 - Entry already exists for this selection ?

  The SAP error message SHTTP045, which states "Entry already exists for this selection," typically occurs in the context of SAP Web Application Server (WAS) or when dealing with HTTP services in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an entry (like a service or a configuration) that already exists in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there is already an existing entry in the system that matches the criteria of the new entry you are trying to create.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the HTTP service settings or in the related transport requests.
  Caching Issues: Sometimes, caching mechanisms can lead to stale data being presented, causing conflicts when trying to create new entries.
  Transport Requests: If you are moving configurations between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be conflicts with existing entries.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SICF (for HTTP services) to check if the entry you are trying to create already exists. If it does, you may need to modify or delete the existing entry instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete: 
  
  If you find a duplicate entry, you can either modify it to meet your needs or delete it if it is no longer required.
  
  
  
  Clear Cache: 
  
  If caching is suspected to be the issue, you can clear the cache. This can often be done through transaction SICF by selecting the service and using the "Clear Cache" option.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: 
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, review the transport requests to ensure that they do not contain conflicting entries. You may need to adjust the transport or manually resolve conflicts.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify entries in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific service or configuration you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SICF (for managing HTTP services), SE80 (for object navigator), and SE11 (for data dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message SHTTP045.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs and traces for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.