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# E1223 — Account already exists at target address

> Account already exists at target address

# E1223 — Account already exists at target address

| Property     | Value               |
| ------------ | ------------------- |
| **Code**     | `1223`              |
| **Slug**     | `E1223`             |
| **Category** | `runtime` (Runtime) |

## What happened

Account already exists at target address.

## Why it happened

An account creation attempted at an address that is already occupied.

## How to fix

Use a different address.

## Receipt example

```json theme={null}
{
  "code": 1223,
  "slug": "E1223",
  "category": "runtime",
  "what": "Account already exists at target address",
  "fix": "Use a different address.",
  "docs_url": "https://docs.cowboy.inc/errors/E1223"
}
```

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