How To Fix CMS075 - Repository &1 is already used for document area &2 (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS - KPro: Content Management Service

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Repository &1 is already used for document area &2 (&3)

What causes this issue?

Repository &V1& is already being used for the
<DS:GLOS.469FC9BF078BD3118F340060B03CA38C>document space</> &V2& (&V3&
).

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 possible, select &V2& (&V3&) as the document space. If this is not
possible, leave the document space empty.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS075 - Repository &1 is already used for document area &2 (&3) ?

  The SAP error message CMS075 indicates that a specific repository is already in use for a particular document area. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Content Management System (CMS) when there is an attempt to assign a repository to a document area that is already associated with another repository.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Repository Already Assigned: The specified repository is already linked to a different document area, and SAP does not allow multiple document areas to share the same repository.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the CMS settings where the repository is incorrectly assigned or referenced.
  System Constraints: The system may have constraints that prevent the reassignment of repositories once they are in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMS075 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Repository Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP Content Management configuration and check which document areas are currently assigned to the repository in question.
  Use transaction codes like CMS_REPO or CMS_DOC_AREA to view the current assignments.
  
  
  
  Reassign Document Areas:
  
  If you need to assign the repository to a different document area, you may need to first remove the existing assignment. Ensure that the repository is not actively being used by any document area before making changes.
  
  
  
  Create a New Repository:
  
  If the repository is needed for a different document area, consider creating a new repository specifically for that area instead of trying to reassign the existing one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Content Management to understand the constraints and best practices for repository and document area assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing repositories and document areas in SAP CMS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to CMS repository management that might provide additional insights or patches.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide context for the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS075 error and properly manage your repositories and document areas in SAP.