How To Fix KY090 - User group $ already exists

KY090 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KY - Messages for SAP-EIS: Presentation

• Message number: 090

• Message text: User group $ already exists

What causes this issue?

User group &V1& already exists.

System Response

You cannot create a user group with this name.

How to fix this error?

First display the existing <DS:TRAN.KCB9>user group</>.
Choose a name which has not yet been used.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KY090 - User group $ already exists ?

  The SAP error message KY090, which states "User group $ already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create a user group in the SAP system that already has the same name as an existing user group. This can happen in various contexts, such as when managing user authorizations or roles.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is an attempt to create a user group with a name that is already in use. In SAP, user groups are unique identifiers, and the system does not allow duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing User Groups:
  
  Use transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) or SU10 (Mass User Maintenance) to check if the user group you are trying to create already exists.
  You can also use transaction code PFCG (Role Maintenance) to view user groups associated with roles.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different Name:
  
  If the user group already exists, consider using a different name