How To Fix SQADB086 - Answer ID &1 already exists. New answer ID is &2

SQADB086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Answer ID &1 already exists. New answer ID is &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB086 - Answer ID &1 already exists. New answer ID is &2 ?

  The SAP error message SQADB086 indicates that there is a conflict with the Answer ID in the SAP Knowledge Base (KBA) or a similar context where unique identifiers are required. Specifically, it means that the Answer ID you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system, and the system is suggesting a new Answer ID.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The primary cause of this error is that the Answer ID you are trying to use is already in the database. This can happen if you are trying to create a new entry with an ID that has already been assigned to another entry.
  Data Migration or Import Issues: If you are importing data or migrating from another system, there may be conflicts with existing IDs.
  Manual Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently try to create an entry with an ID that they believe is unique but is not.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Unique Answer ID: The