How To Fix CTS_WBO_API016 - Object &1 already exists in package &2 with original in &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTS_WBO_API - WBO Remote API: Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Object &1 already exists in package &2 with original in &3

What causes this issue?

The object &V1& already exists globally in package &V2& as an original
in SAP system &V3&.

System Response

In this system, the object can only be created as a copy and only in
package &V2&.
If you have selected a different package, processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Choose one of the following options:
Cancel editing and create the object with a different name.
Transport the object &V1& from the system &V3& into your system.
Create the object &V1& in this system as a copy in package &V2& and use
the appropriate object editor to copy the content of the object manually
from the system &V3&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTS_WBO_API016 - Object &1 already exists in package &2 with original in &3 ?

  The SAP error message CTS_WBO_API016 indicates that there is an attempt to create or transport an object that already exists in a specified package. The message provides the following details:
  
  Object &1: The name of the object that is causing the issue.
  Package &2: The package where the object is already defined.
  Original in &3: The original location of the object.
  
  Cause
  This error typically occurs in the Change and Transport System (CTS) when:
  
  You are trying to create a new object with the same name as an existing object in the specified package.
  There is a mismatch between the original object and the one you are trying to create or transport, possibly due to changes in the development environment or incorrect transport requests.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Objects:
  
  Use transaction SE80 or SE11 to check if the object already exists in the specified package. If it does, you may need to modify the existing object instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Rename the Object:
  
  If you need to create a new object, consider renaming it to avoid conflicts with the existing object.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  Ensure that the transport request you are working with is correctly configured and does not contain conflicting objects. You may need to adjust the transport request to exclude the conflicting object.
  
  
  
  Delete or Adjust the Existing Object:
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete it or adjust it as necessary. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other parts of your application.
  
  
  
  Check for Original Object:
  
  Verify the original location of the object (as indicated by &3) to ensure that you are not trying to create a duplicate in the wrong package.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Change Management: Familiarize yourself with the Change and Transport System (CTS) processes in SAP to better understand how objects are managed and transported.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.