How To Fix UACE072 - An object already exists with key &1/&2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UACE - Costing Engine

• Message number: 072

• Message text: An object already exists with key &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UACE072 - An object already exists with key &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message UACE072 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an object (such as a master data record, configuration, or other entity) that already exists in the system with the same key. The placeholders &1 and &2 typically represent the specific identifiers of the object that is causing the conflict.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a new object (e.g., a customer, vendor, or material) that has the same key as an existing object in the system.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database that violates the uniqueness constraint for that object type.
  The system is trying to update an object that is already locked or in use by another process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UACE072 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Objects:
  
  Use transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display) to search for the existing object using the key values provided in the error message.
  Verify if the object already exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Object:
  
  If the object already exists and you intended to create a new one, consider modifying the existing object instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you may delete it (ensure that this action is compliant with your organization's data management policies).
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  If the object is locked, you can check the lock entries using transaction SM12 to see if another user or process is currently using it. If necessary, you can unlock it (with caution).
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the data you are entering is correct and does not inadvertently create duplicates. Validate the input data against existing records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for the object type you are working with (e.g., MM01 for material creation, XD01 for customer creation).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UACE072 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that your data management practices prevent the creation of duplicate records in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UACE072 error and implement a solution to resolve it.