How To Fix AQ101 - InfoSet & has already been created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 101

• Message text: InfoSet & has already been created

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create an InfoSet that already exists.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to create a new InfoSet, you have to give it a new name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ101 - InfoSet & has already been created ?

  The SAP error message AQ101, which states "InfoSet & has already been created," typically occurs when you attempt to create an InfoSet that already exists in the system. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of reporting and data extraction.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Creation Attempt: The most common cause is that the InfoSet you are trying to create has already been defined in the system with the same name or identifier.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the system might have been configured to prevent the creation of duplicate InfoSets, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If InfoSets were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), you might encounter this error if the InfoSet already exists in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing InfoSets: Before creating a new InfoSet, check if the InfoSet already exists. You can do this by navigating to the InfoSet maintenance transaction (usually via transaction code SQ02).
  
  Go to SQ02 and enter the name of the InfoSet you are trying to create. If it exists, you can modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing InfoSet: If the InfoSet already exists and you need to make changes, you can modify the existing InfoSet rather than creating a new one.
  
  
  Use a Different Name: If you need to create a new InfoSet and the existing one is not suitable, consider using a different name or identifier for the new InfoSet.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If you suspect that the InfoSet was transported, check the transport requests to see if it was included in a previous transport. You may need to coordinate with your Basis team or the person responsible for transports.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify InfoSets. Sometimes, lack of proper permissions can lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SQ02 (InfoSet maintenance) and SQ01 (Query maintenance).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on managing InfoSets and queries.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to InfoSet creation that might be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.