How To Fix PERFTRAC118 - Destination & already exists as copy of destination &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PERFTRAC - Messages on Global Performance Analysis

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Destination & already exists as copy of destination &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PERFTRAC118 - Destination & already exists as copy of destination & ?

  The SAP error message PERFTRAC118 indicates that there is a conflict with a destination that already exists in the system. Specifically, it means that the destination you are trying to create or modify already exists as a copy of another destination.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a new destination with the same name as an existing one.
  There is an attempt to copy a destination, but the destination name already exists in the system.
  There may be a naming conflict due to similar or identical destination names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Destinations:
  
  Go to the transaction code SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Look for the destination name you are trying to create or modify.
  If it exists, you can either modify the existing destination or delete it if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Destination:
  
  If you are trying to create a new destination, consider using a different name that does not conflict with existing destinations.
  
  
  
  Review Destination Copies:
  
  If you are copying a destination, ensure that the destination you are copying from does not have the same name as the destination you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a transport environment, ensure that the destination is not being transported from another system, which could lead to conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to destination management for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59 - Manage RFC Destinations
  SE11 - Data Dictionary (to check underlying tables if needed)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to destination management.
  
  
  
  System Logs: 
  
  Review system logs for additional context or related errors that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PERFTRAC118 error and successfully manage your RFC destinations in SAP.