How To Fix SITS_MOBILE006 - Article already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SITS_MOBILE - ITS Mobile

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Article already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SITS_MOBILE006 - Article already exists ?

  The SAP error message SITS_MOBILE006: Article already exists typically occurs in the context of mobile applications or systems that manage inventory, articles, or materials. This error indicates that an attempt was made to create or register an article (or material) that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the article you are trying to create has already been registered in the system. This could happen if:
  
  The article was previously created but not properly tracked.
  There was an attempt to synchronize data from a mobile device that included existing articles.
  There is a data entry error where the same article is being submitted multiple times.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If you are using a mobile application that syncs data with the SAP backend, there may be issues with how data is being synchronized, leading to duplicate entries.
  
  
  Incorrect Article Number: Sometimes, the error can arise from using an incorrect or invalid article number that matches an existing one.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Articles: Before creating a new article, check the existing articles in the system to ensure that the article you are trying to create does not already exist. You can do this by searching for the article number or description in the relevant SAP transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master).
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers: Ensure that the article number or identifier you are using is unique. If you are generating article numbers, implement a system to avoid duplicates.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If there are duplicate articles in the system, consider cleaning up the data. This may involve merging duplicate entries or deleting unnecessary ones, following your organization's data governance policies.
  
  
  Review Synchronization Logic: If the error is occurring during data synchronization from a mobile application, review the synchronization logic to ensure it correctly handles existing articles and avoids creating duplicates.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the mobile application or module you are using for additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material) for managing articles.
  Mobile Application Logs: If using a mobile application, check the logs for any additional error messages or context that could help diagnose the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SITS_MOBILE006 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.