How To Fix SO359 - User <&> already entered in the subscription list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SO - SAPoffice: message texts

• Message number: 359

• Message text: User <&> already entered in the subscription list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SO359 - User <&> already entered in the subscription list ?

  The SAP error message SO359 indicates that a user is already included in the subscription list for a specific notification or alert. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's workflow or notification systems, where users can subscribe to receive updates or alerts about certain events or changes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when an attempt is made to add a user to a subscription list who is already present in that list. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate subscription attempts by the same user.
  A system or user error where the same user is inadvertently added multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SO359 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Subscription List: Verify the current subscription list for the notification or alert in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate function module to view the list of subscribers.
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entry: If the user is indeed listed, you can either:
  
  Remove the user from the subscription list if they should not be there.
  Skip adding the user again if they are already subscribed.
  
  
  
  Modify Subscription Logic: If this error occurs frequently, consider implementing logic in your application or workflow to check if a user is already subscribed before attempting to add them again.
  
  
  User Communication: Inform users about the subscription process to avoid confusion and duplicate entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific notification or alert system you are using for any additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like SO10 (for text management) or other relevant transactions to manage subscriptions.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to subscribe to notifications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide patches or updates to the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.