How To Fix GR336 - Library & already exists

GR336 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Library & already exists

What causes this issue?

A library with this name already exists. You cannot therefore create
the library.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the library name, and select a name that does not exist yet.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR336 - Library & already exists ?

  The SAP error message GR336 ("Library & already exists") typically occurs when you are trying to create a library in the SAP system that already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with ABAP programs, function modules, or other development objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Library Name: The most common cause is that you are attempting to create a library with a name that is already in use in the system.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a transport environment, the library might exist in another transport request or client.
  Development Object Conflicts: If multiple developers are working on the same object or if there are inconsistencies in the development environment.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Libraries: Before creating a new library, check if a library with the same name already exists. You can do this by using transaction SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the library.
  Rename the Library: If you