How To Fix K0104 - Name & already assigned in this group

K0104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K0 - Error Messages for Central Controlling Routines

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Name & already assigned in this group

What causes this issue?

The given node name already exists in the group being processed.

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 name or, if necessary, transfer the existing node to your
group.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K0104 - Name & already assigned in this group ?

  The SAP error message K0104 ("Name & already assigned in this group") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify a master data object (like a cost center, internal order, or profit center) that has a name or identifier that is already in use within the same group or hierarchy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The most common cause of this error is that the name or identifier you are trying to assign to a new object is already being used by another object in the same group or hierarchy.
  Incorrect Grouping: You may be trying to create an object in a group where the naming convention does not allow duplicates.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typographical error in the name you are trying to assign, leading to confusion with existing names.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Names: Verify the names of existing objects in the group to ensure that