How To Fix CDESK_MESSAGES081 - Document &/&/&/& exists in SAP Easy Document Management directory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CDESK_MESSAGES - Messages in CAD Desktop Environment

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Document &/&/&/& exists in SAP Easy Document Management directory

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES081 - Document &/&/&/& exists in SAP Easy Document Management directory ?

  The SAP error message CDESK_MESSAGES081 indicates that a document you are trying to work with already exists in the SAP Easy Document Management (EDM) directory. This can occur when you attempt to upload a document with the same name or identifier as an existing document.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Document: The document you are trying to upload has the same name or identifier as an existing document in the EDM directory.
  Incorrect Document Management Settings: The system may not be configured to allow multiple versions of the same document.
  User Error: The user may have inadvertently attempted to upload the same document multiple times.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Documents: Before uploading, check the EDM directory to see if the document already exists. You can do this by searching for the document using its name or identifier.
  Rename the Document: If the document already exists and you need to upload a new version, consider renaming the document before uploading it.
  Version Control: