How To Fix /SMB/BB_BUILDER021 - Building Block &1: Required note &2 is already added

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_BUILDER -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Building Block &1: Required note &2 is already added

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER021 - Building Block &1: Required note &2 is already added ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_BUILDER021 indicates that there is an issue with a building block in the SAP Business ByDesign system. Specifically, the message states that a required note (or update) has already been added to the system, which is causing a conflict or redundancy when trying to add it again.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  You are attempting to add a building block that has already been implemented in the system.
  The system detects that the required note for the building block is already present, leading to a conflict.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Notes: Verify if the required note (indicated by &2 in the error message) is already implemented in your system. You can do this by checking the SAP Note Management system or using transaction codes like SNOTE.
  
  
  Review Building Block: Ensure that you are not trying to add the same building block multiple times. If