How To Fix TPM_AD807 - Entry 1, &2 (&3, &4) already exists and will not be overwritten

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_AD - Treasury: Accrual/Deferral of Profits

• Message number: 807

• Message text: Entry 1, &2 (&3, &4) already exists and will not be overwritten

What causes this issue?

The entry for company code &v1&, flow type &v2& (accounting code &v3&,
update type &v4&) already exists in the TRLIVC_AD view cluster and is
not the same as the entry that you want to add. The entry is not
overwritten.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the entry in view cluster <DS:TRAN.SM34>TRLIVC_AD</> and delete it
if necessary before conversion.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_AD807 - Entry 1, &2 (&3, &4) already exists and will not be overwritten ?

  The SAP error message TPM_AD807 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an entry in the system that already exists, and the system is preventing this action to avoid overwriting existing data. This error typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or similar modules where unique entries are required.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the entry you are trying to create or modify already exists in the database. This could be due to:
  
  Manual data entry errors.
  Data import processes that attempt to insert records that are already present.
  Incorrect configuration or settings that allow for duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system has built-in checks to maintain data integrity, which prevents the creation of duplicate records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Review the existing entries in the relevant table or transaction to confirm that the entry you are trying to create already exists. You can use transaction codes like TPM1, TPM2, or relevant reports to view existing records.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry: 
  
  If the entry already exists and you need to update it, instead of creating a new one, modify the existing record as needed.
  
  
  
  Data Import Adjustments: 
  
  If this error occurs during a data import process, ensure that the data being imported does not contain duplicates. You may need to clean the data or adjust the import logic to handle existing records appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand the constraints and requirements for unique entries.
  
  
  
  Error Handling in Custom Programs: 
  
  If you are using custom ABAP programs or enhancements, ensure that they include proper error handling to check for existing records before attempting to create new ones.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing Treasury and Risk Management entries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify entries in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TPM_AD807 error and ensure that your data management processes run smoothly.