How To Fix APB_FPM_GUIBB123 - Group field &1 exists already

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_GUIBB -

• Message number: 123

• Message text: Group field &1 exists already

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB123 - Group field &1 exists already ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_GUIBB123, which states "Group field &1 exists already," typically occurs in the context of the Floorplan Manager (FPM) when there is an attempt to create or define a group field in a configuration that already has a group field with the same name.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Group Field Definition: The error is primarily caused by trying to define a group field with a name that already exists in the same context or configuration. This can happen if:
  
  You are importing or copying configurations that have overlapping group field names.
  There is a manual error in the configuration where the same group field is defined multiple times.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Group Fields:
  
  Go to the configuration of the FPM application where the error is occurring.
  Review the existing group fields and their names to identify any duplicates.
  
  
  
  Rename or Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find that a group field with the same name already exists, you can either:
  
  Rename the new group field to a unique name.
  Remove the duplicate group field if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that your configuration does not have any unintended duplicates. This may involve checking multiple layers of configuration if you are using inheritance or multiple views.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If this error occurs after a transport, ensure that the transport does not contain conflicting definitions. You may need to adjust the transport or the target system's configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the application to ensure that the error is resolved and that the functionality is as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FPM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the Floorplan Manager configuration and how group fields are defined and used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for FPM and GUIBB (Generic User Interface Building Blocks) for best practices in defining group fields and managing configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a colleague who has experience with FPM configurations.