How To Fix /SMB/BB_INSTALLER156 - Solution: &1 is duplicate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_INSTALLER -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Solution: &1 is duplicate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER156 - Solution: &1 is duplicate ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER156 Solution: &1 is duplicate typically indicates that there is a duplicate entry in the system related to the installation or configuration of a business solution or add-on. This error can occur during the installation or configuration of SAP Business ByDesign or other SAP solutions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that the system has detected a duplicate entry for a specific solution or component that you are trying to install or configure. This could be due to:
  
  An attempt to install the same solution multiple times.
  Existing configurations or installations that have not been properly removed or deactivated.
  Data inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, configuration settings may lead to conflicts, resulting in the system identifying duplicates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Installations: 
  
  Review the list of installed solutions or components in your SAP system. Ensure that the solution you are trying to install is not already present.
  If it is already installed, you may need to update or configure it instead of attempting a new installation.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate entries, you may need to remove or deactivate the existing ones before proceeding with the installation.
  Use transaction codes like SE80 or SE11 to check for existing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to the official SAP documentation or release notes for the specific solution you are working with. There may be specific instructions or prerequisites that need to be followed.
  
  
  
  System Cleanup: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider performing a system cleanup to remove any orphaned or inconsistent entries that may be causing the duplication error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific context of your system and the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the duplication issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.