How To Fix ACM092 - Before creating ABAP artifacts, delete the existing ones first (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM - Message-Class for all ACM functions/exceptions

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Before creating ABAP artifacts, delete the existing ones first (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM092 - Before creating ABAP artifacts, delete the existing ones first (&1) ?

  The SAP error message ACM092 ("Before creating ABAP artifacts, delete the existing ones first (&1)") typically occurs when you are trying to create new ABAP artifacts (like classes, function modules, or other objects) in the SAP system, but there are already existing artifacts with the same name or identifier. This is a safeguard to prevent overwriting or conflicting with existing objects.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Artifacts: The primary cause of this error is that there are already existing ABAP objects with the same name in the system.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a transport request, the existing objects may be locked or in a state that prevents new objects from being created.
  Development Environment: You might be in a development environment where the naming conventions or object management rules are strict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ACM092 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Artifacts:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the existing object with the same name.
  If you find the object, you can either delete it or rename your new object to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Delete Existing Artifacts:
  
  If you determine that the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete it. Make sure to check if it is being used elsewhere in the system to avoid breaking dependencies.
  To delete an object, navigate to it in SE80 or SE11, and use the delete option.
  
  
  
  Rename New Artifacts:
  
  If you cannot delete the existing object, consider renaming your new artifact to a unique name that does not conflict with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working within a transport request, ensure that the existing objects are not locked or in a state that prevents modification. You may need to release or adjust the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for naming conventions and object management in your SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE24 (Class Builder) for managing ABAP artifacts.
  Naming Conventions: Ensure that you are following the naming conventions set by your organization to avoid conflicts.
  Development Guidelines: Check if there are any specific development guidelines or policies in your organization regarding the creation and management of ABAP objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACM092 error and successfully create your ABAP artifacts.