How To Fix ILM_STOR_CS332 - Collection with URI '&1' already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ILM_STOR_CS - ILM DB Store: Certification Suite Messages

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Collection with URI '&1' already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS332 - Collection with URI '&1' already exists ?

  The SAP error message ILM_STOR_CS332 indicates that there is an attempt to create a collection with a URI that already exists in the Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create a new collection or storage object, but the specified URI (Uniform Resource Identifier) is already in use by another collection.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate URI: The most common cause of this error is that the URI you are trying to use for the new collection is already associated with an existing collection in the ILM storage system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the ILM settings or an oversight in the naming conventions used for URIs.
  Concurrent Operations: If multiple processes or users are trying to create collections simultaneously, it may lead to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Collections: Verify the existing collections in the ILM system to see if the URI you are trying to use is already in use. You can do this by using transaction codes like ILM_STORAGE or ILM_COLLECTION in the SAP GUI.
  Use a Unique URI: If the URI is already in use, you will need to choose a different, unique URI for your new collection. Ensure that the new URI follows the naming conventions and does not conflict with existing ones.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for ILM to ensure that there are no issues with how URIs are being generated or assigned.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your processes to catch this error and provide meaningful feedback to users, allowing them to choose a different URI.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on ILM and how to manage collections and storage objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ILM_STOR_CS332 error and successfully create your collection in the ILM system.