How To Fix BDDISTMODEL023 - Model view & has been copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BDDISTMODEL - Distribution Model Maintenance: Manual and Using API

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Model view & has been copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BDDISTMODEL023 - Model view & has been copied ?

  The SAP error message BDDISTMODEL023 indicates that a model view has already been copied. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP HANA when you are trying to create or copy a model view that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to copy a model view that has the same name or identifier as an existing model view in the system. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new model view with a name that is already in use.
  There was an attempt to copy a model view without changing its name or identifier.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Model Views: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant area in SAP (e.g., SAP BW or SAP HANA) and check the list of existing model views to confirm if the model view you are trying to copy already exists.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Model View:
  
  If you want to create a new model view, ensure that you give it a unique name that does not conflict with existing model views.
  
  
  
  Modify the Existing Model View:
  
  If your intention was to modify the existing model view, you can do so directly instead of copying it.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive the Existing Model View:
  
  If the existing model view is no longer needed, you may consider deleting or archiving it, provided that this action does not affect other processes or reports.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing model views and understanding the implications of copying them.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like RSA1 for BW) that can help you navigate model views.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BDDISTMODEL023 error and successfully manage your model views in SAP.