How To Fix MKTPL_R3108 - There is already a WBS element with this name in ERP; Change the name

MKTPL_R3108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MKTPL_R3 - Marketing Plan R/3 Interface

• Message number: 108

• Message text: There is already a WBS element with this name in ERP; Change the name

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

What causes this issue?

This name has already been assigned to another WBS element.

How to fix this error?

Choose another name to continue.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MKTPL_R3108 - There is already a WBS element with this name in ERP; Change the name ?

  The SAP error message MKTPL_R3108 indicates that there is a conflict with the naming of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element in the ERP system. Specifically, it means that you are trying to create or modify a WBS element with a name that already exists in the system. This can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in project management and controlling.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The primary cause of this error is that the name you are trying to assign to the new WBS element is already in use by another WBS element in the ERP system.
  Naming Conventions: There may be specific naming conventions or restrictions in place that prevent the use of certain names or formats.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If you are working in a system that integrates with other systems (like a CRM or another ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to duplicate names.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Name: The simplest solution is to