How To Fix ST850 - Entries with the same environment in the same concept are not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ST - Terminology Database

• Message number: 850

• Message text: Entries with the same environment in the same concept are not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ST850 - Entries with the same environment in the same concept are not allowed ?

  The SAP error message ST850, which states "Entries with the same environment in the same concept are not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP Solution Manager or when working with the SAP Transport Management System (TMS). This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify entries that conflict with existing entries in the same environment and concept.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is the presence of duplicate entries in the system. This can happen if you are trying to create a new entry that has the same environment and concept as an existing one.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the transport routes or in the system landscape that lead to conflicts.
  Data Consistency: The data being processed may not be consistent, leading to conflicts when trying to save or transport changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: Review the existing entries in the relevant configuration or transport request. Look for any duplicates that may be causing the conflict.
  
  Use transaction codes like STMS for transport management or SOLMAN for Solution Manager to check the entries.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If you find duplicate entries, you will need to remove or modify them to resolve the conflict. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the error is due to configuration issues, review the transport routes and system landscape settings to ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using. There may be specific guidelines or patches available that address this issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed guidance based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as STMS, SE01, SE09, and SE10 for transport management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  System Landscape: Understanding your system landscape (Development, Quality, Production) and how transports flow between these systems can help in troubleshooting transport-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ST850 error in your SAP environment.