How To Fix HRBAS00CUST123 - The DDIC structure &1 exists and is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBAS00CUST - HR: Customizing Checks

• Message number: 123

• Message text: The DDIC structure &1 exists and is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBAS00CUST123 - The DDIC structure &1 exists and is active ?

  The SAP error message HRBAS00CUST123 indicates that there is an issue related to a Data Dictionary (DDIC) structure that already exists and is active in the system. This error typically arises during the customization or configuration of HR (Human Resources) modules, particularly when trying to create or modify a structure that conflicts with an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Structure: The error occurs because the system has detected that a Data Dictionary structure with the same name already exists and is active. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a new structure with a name that is already in use.
  There was an attempt to modify an existing structure without properly deactivating or deleting the previous version.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, this error can arise due to transport requests that have not been properly imported or have conflicts with existing objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Structures:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the structure exists. Enter the name of the structure indicated in the error message and see if it is active.
  If it exists and is not needed, consider deleting or renaming it if it is not in use.
  
  
  
  Modify or Deactivate:
  
  If you need to modify the existing structure, ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that the structure is not being used in any active programs or configurations.
  If you need to make changes, you may need to deactivate the structure first, make your changes, and then reactivate it.
  
  
  
  Naming Conventions:
  
  Ensure that the naming conventions for your structures are unique to avoid conflicts with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue is related to transport requests, check the transport logs for any errors or conflicts. Ensure that all necessary transports have been imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific HR module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Builder (to check if any function modules are using the structure)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRBAS00CUST123 error and proceed with your configuration or customization tasks in SAP.