How To Fix ESDB027 - Node is already in favorite folder, cannot be added twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESDB - Messages for Enterprise Services DesignTime

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Node is already in favorite folder, cannot be added twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESDB027 - Node is already in favorite folder, cannot be added twice ?

  The SAP error message ESDB027 indicates that you are trying to add a node (such as a report, transaction, or other object) to your favorites in the SAP GUI, but it is already present in your favorites folder. This prevents the same node from being added multiple times.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is an attempt to add an item to your favorites that is already listed there. The SAP system does not allow duplicate entries in the favorites list to maintain organization and avoid confusion.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Your Favorites:
  
  Open your favorites folder in the SAP GUI.
  Look for the node you are trying to add. If it is already there, you do not need to add it again.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find that the node is already in your favorites and you want to add it again for some reason, you can remove the existing entry first.
  Right-click on the existing favorite and select "Delete" or "Remove" to take it out of your favorites.
  
  
  
  Add the Node Again:
  
  After removing the duplicate entry, you can now add the node to your favorites again without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Managing Favorites: You can manage your favorites by organizing them into folders, renaming them, or rearranging their order to make navigation easier.
  SAP GUI Version: Ensure that you are using a compatible version of the SAP GUI, as different versions may have slight variations in how favorites are managed.
  User Authorizations: If you are unable to delete or modify your favorites, check with your system administrator to ensure you have the necessary permissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESDB027 error and manage your favorites effectively in SAP.