How To Fix FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST060 - Transaction &1 (&2) already defined (identical 'Entries once Started')

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST - Messages for Customizing of Report Launchpad

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Transaction &1 (&2) already defined (identical 'Entries once Started')

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST060 - Transaction &1 (&2) already defined (identical 'Entries once Started') ?

  The SAP error message FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST060 indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a transaction in the launchpad configuration. Specifically, it means that the transaction you are trying to define or configure has already been defined in the system with identical parameters, leading to a conflict.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create a new entry for a transaction that already exists in the launchpad configuration.
  The system detects that the new entry has the same characteristics (like transaction code, parameters, etc.) as an existing entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Go to the launchpad configuration (transaction code: LPD_CUST or /UI2/FLP).
  Look for the transaction code mentioned in the error message.
  Verify if there is already an entry with the same parameters.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicate Entry:
  
  If you find a duplicate entry, you can either modify it to meet your requirements or delete it if it is not needed.
  Ensure that the parameters (like 'Entries once Started') are unique for each transaction.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Identifiers:
  
  When creating new entries, ensure that you use unique identifiers or parameters to avoid conflicts with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment and plan to transport changes to production, ensure that the transport requests do not contain duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing launchpad entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as LPD_CUST for customizing the launchpad.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify launchpad entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FPB_LAUNCHPAD_CUST060 error and successfully configure your launchpad transactions.