How To Fix /SSB/CORE501 - ID &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SSB/CORE -

• Message number: 501

• Message text: ID &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SSB/CORE501 - ID &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SSB/CORE501 ID &1 already exists typically indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an object (such as a record, ID, or entry) in the system that already has an existing entry with the same identifier. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with master data, configuration settings, or transactional data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that the ID you are trying to create or register already exists in the database.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system or performing bulk uploads, there may be duplicates in the data being imported.
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple users or processes are trying to create the same ID simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Logic in Custom Code: If there is custom code or enhancements that handle ID creation, there may be logic errors leading to attempts to create duplicate