How To Fix APB_FPM_CONF127 - Configurations with same name cannot be created (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CONF -

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Configurations with same name cannot be created (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF127 - Configurations with same name cannot be created (&1) ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF127 indicates that there is an attempt to create a configuration with a name that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the Floorplan Manager (FPM) configurations, where each configuration must have a unique name.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that you are trying to create a new configuration in the FPM with a name that is already in use. This can happen if:
  
  You are duplicating an existing configuration.
  There is a naming conflict due to a previous configuration that was not properly deleted or was overlooked.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Configurations:
  
  Go to the FPM configuration management area and list all existing configurations.
  Look for the configuration name you are trying to create and verify if it already exists.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Configuration:
  
  If the configuration name is already in use, consider using a different, unique name for your new configuration.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Configuration:
  
  If the existing configuration is no longer needed, you can delete it.
  Alternatively, you can modify the existing configuration if it needs to be updated rather than creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and plan to transport the configuration to a production environment, ensure that the naming conventions are followed and that there are no conflicts in the target environment.
  
  
  
  Check for Naming Conventions:
  
  Ensure that you are following any naming conventions or guidelines set by your organization to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FPM Configuration Management: Familiarize yourself with the FPM configuration management tools and processes in SAP to better understand how configurations are created, modified, and deleted.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to FPM configurations and error messages.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify configurations in the FPM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APB_FPM_CONF127 error and successfully create or modify your FPM configurations.