How To Fix HRFORMS156 - InfoObject & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFORMS - Messages for HR Form Builder

• Message number: 156

• Message text: InfoObject & already exists

What causes this issue?

Error in Drag&Drop interaction:
You wanted to re-insert an existing InfoDimension or InfoFigure.
Dimensions and Figures are only allowed once for each Star.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFORMS156 - InfoObject & already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRFORMS156 indicates that an InfoObject you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) forms or reporting, where you may be attempting to define a new InfoObject that has the same name or identifier as an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate InfoObject: The most common cause is that the InfoObject you are trying to create already exists in the system with the same name or identifier.
  Incorrect Naming: You may have inadvertently used a name that is already in use, either in the same context or in a different one.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and transporting objects to a production environment, there may be conflicts with existing objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing InfoObjects: Before creating a new InfoObject, check the existing InfoObjects in the system to see if one with the same name already exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., RSA1 for InfoObjects in BW).
  Rename the New InfoObject: If you find that the InfoObject already exists, consider renaming your new InfoObject to avoid the conflict.
  Modify Existing InfoObject: If the existing InfoObject is not being used or can be modified, you may choose to update it instead of creating a new one.
  Transport Management: If the issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport request does not contain conflicting objects. You may need to adjust the transport or resolve conflicts before proceeding.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to InfoObjects and HR forms for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW, SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE80 (Object Navigator) to manage InfoObjects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to InfoObjects and HR forms.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or details about the error, which may help in troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.