How To Fix BWSD147 - Name &1 (&2) already exists as source object name (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWSD - Messages for Scenario Transfer

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Name &1 (&2) already exists as source object name (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWSD147 - Name &1 (&2) already exists as source object name (&3) ?

  The SAP error message BWSD147 indicates that there is a conflict with the naming of a source object in the SAP Business Warehouse (BW) system. Specifically, it means that the name you are trying to use for a new source object already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create or modify a source object (like a DataSource, InfoSource, or similar) with a name that is already in use. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate naming of objects in the same namespace.
  Attempting to create a new object with the same name as an existing one.
  Issues with object transport or import that may have led to naming conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: 
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for existing objects with the same name.
  Look for DataSources, InfoSources, or any other relevant objects that might be using the same name.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Object: 
  
  If you find that the name is already in use, consider renaming your new source object to something unique that does not conflict with existing names.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Object: 
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify its name if it is appropriate to do so. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes or reports that rely on the existing object.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the error occurred after a transport, ensure that the transport did not inadvertently create duplicates or conflicts. You may need to check the transport logs for any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, SE11, SE80, and SE37 for managing BW objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Naming Conventions: Follow established naming conventions in your organization to avoid conflicts in the future.
  Object Dependencies: Be aware of dependencies between objects in BW, as renaming or deleting objects can have cascading effects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BWSD147 error and successfully create or modify your source object in SAP BW.