How To Fix MIMES016 - The folder & already exists

MIMES016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MIMES - MIME Repository

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The folder & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MIMES016 - The folder & already exists ?

  The SAP error message MIMES016, which states "The folder & already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create a folder in the MIME repository that already exists. This can happen during various operations, such as uploading files or creating new directories in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is an attempt to create a folder in the MIME repository that has the same name as an existing folder. The MIME repository is used to store multimedia files, such as images, audio, and other types of files that are used in web applications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MIMES016 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Folders: Before attempting to create a new folder, check the MIME repository to see if the folder you are trying to create already exists. You can do this by navigating to the MIME repository in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  Use a Different Name: If the