How To Fix FCC1161 - Variable name &1 already exists in table TVARVC

FCC1161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCC1 - Messages in Financial Closing Cockpit

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Variable name &1 already exists in table TVARVC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCC1161 - Variable name &1 already exists in table TVARVC ?

  The SAP error message FCC1161 indicates that there is a variable name conflict in the table TVARVC. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a variable that already exists in the system. The variable name you are attempting to use is already defined in the TVARVC table, which is used to store variable definitions for various purposes, including report selection screens and variant management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Variable Name: The most common cause of this error is that you are trying to create a new variable with a name that is already in use.
  Incorrect Naming Convention: Sometimes, the naming conventions or restrictions may not be followed, leading to conflicts.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a system where transports have been moved, there may be inconsistencies in variable definitions across different environments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Variables: Before creating a new variable, check the TVARVC table to see if the variable name