How To Fix /SMB/BB_INSTALLER420 - Entry equal to current one, current one was kept

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/BB_INSTALLER -

• Message number: 420

• Message text: Entry equal to current one, current one was kept

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER420 - Entry equal to current one, current one was kept ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/BB_INSTALLER420 Entry equal to current one, current one was kept typically occurs during the installation or upgrade of the SAP Business ByDesign (ByD) or related components. This message indicates that the system has detected an entry that is identical to the current one being processed, and as a result, it has chosen to retain the existing entry instead of creating a duplicate.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The error is primarily caused by an attempt to insert or update a record in the database that already exists with the same key or identifier.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration or setup of the system that lead to the same entry being processed multiple times.
  Data Migration: During data migration or import processes, if the same data is being imported that already exists in the system, this message may appear.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Entries: Check the existing entries in the relevant database