How To Fix ST019 - Term exists already on this level as reference

ST019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Term exists already on this level as reference

What causes this issue?

You tried to create a term in a path, but the term already exists in the
path as a pointer (synonym, abbreviation, etc.).

System Response

The function was not performed.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST019 - Term exists already on this level as reference ?

  The SAP error message ST019, which states "Term exists already on this level as reference," typically occurs in the context of the SAP terminology management system, particularly when working with the SAP Business Object Repository (BOR) or when managing terms in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to create or define a new term that already exists at the same level in the terminology hierarchy. The system prevents the creation of duplicate terms to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Terms: 
  
  Navigate to the terminology management area in SAP and search for the term you are trying to create. Ensure that it does not already exist at the same level.
  You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to look for existing terms.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Term: 
  
  If the term already exists and you need to