How To Fix CTE_FND087 - &1 &2 already exists for system &3. Please enter different name.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_FND - General message class for Add-On CTE_FND

• Message number: 087

• Message text: &1 &2 already exists for system &3. Please enter different name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_FND087 - &1 &2 already exists for system &3. Please enter different name. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_FND087 indicates that there is a conflict with an existing object in the system. Specifically, it means that an object (like a configuration, a name, or an identifier) you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system with the same name. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 in the message represent specific details about the object, its type, and the system in which the conflict occurs.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: You are trying to create an object (like a configuration, a user, a role, etc.) with a name that is already in use.
  System Configuration: The system may have been set up in a way that restricts the use of certain names or identifiers.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a landscape with multiple systems (like Development, Quality Assurance, and Production), a transport might have already brought in an object with the same name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: Before creating a new object, check the existing objects in the system to see if one with the same name already exists. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SU01 for users, etc.).
  
  
  Rename the Object: If you find that the name is already in use, consider using a different name that adheres to your organization's naming conventions.
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: If you suspect that the object was transported from another system, check the transport requests to see if the object was already imported.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the naming conventions or the types of objects that can be created, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for the type of object you are working with.
  Naming Conventions: Ensure you are following the naming conventions set by your organization to avoid conflicts.
  System Landscape: Understand the system landscape (Development, Quality, Production) and how objects are transported between these systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CTE_FND087 error and successfully create or modify the object you are working on.