How To Fix TEM_MESSAGES_IN004 - External exposure &1 with origin &2 and source system &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TEM_MESSAGES_IN - Messages for TEM-IN Layer

• Message number: 004

• Message text: External exposure &1 with origin &2 and source system &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_IN004 - External exposure &1 with origin &2 and source system &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_IN004 indicates that there is an attempt to create or register an external exposure that already exists in the system. This message typically arises in the context of SAP's Transportation Management (TM) or Event Management (EM) modules, where external exposures (like events or notifications) are tracked.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An external exposure with the same identifier (or key) already exists in the system.
  The system is trying to create a new entry that conflicts with an existing one based on the parameters provided (origin, source system, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes related to the module you are working with (like /SCMTMS/EXPOSURE for TM) to search for existing external exposures.
  Look for entries that match the origin and source system specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Entry:
  
  If you find an existing entry that is causing the conflict, you can either modify it if it needs to be updated or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Review Data Input:
  
  Ensure that the data being inputted for the new external exposure is correct and does not inadvertently match an existing entry.
  Check for typos or incorrect parameters that might lead to duplication.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to external exposures in your specific version of SAP to understand the expected behavior and constraints.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing external exposures in SAP TM or EM.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that might provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.