How To Fix USMDZ10005 - FRS item &1 already exists, choose a different ID.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMDZ10 - Message Class for MDG-F BOL/genIL UI related texts

• Message number: 005

• Message text: FRS item &1 already exists, choose a different ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMDZ10005 - FRS item &1 already exists, choose a different ID. ?

  The SAP error message USMDZ10005 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a Financial Reporting Structure (FRS) item with an ID that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) or when managing financial reporting structures.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to create a new FRS item with an identifier (ID) that is already in use. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries being created inadvertently.
  An attempt to import or upload data that includes existing IDs.
  Manual entry errors where the same ID is entered multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing IDs: 
  
  Verify the existing FRS items in the system to ensure that the ID you are trying to use is not already in use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using reports that list FRS items.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different ID: 
  
  If the ID is indeed already in use, you will need to select a different, unique ID for the new FRS item you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Data Import/Upload: 
  
  If you are importing data, ensure that the data being uploaded does not contain duplicate IDs. You may need to clean your data source to remove duplicates before attempting the import again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to FRS and MDG for any specific guidelines on ID creation and management.
  
  
  
  Check for System Customizations: 
  
  If your organization has customized the FRS functionality, check with your SAP support team or system administrator to ensure that there are no additional constraints or rules affecting ID creation.
  
  
  
  Error Logs: 
  
  Review any error logs or messages that may provide additional context or details about the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing FRS items, such as BP (Business Partner) or MDG related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify FRS items in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify the FRS item as needed.