How To Fix /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO024 - Passed document exists in public/private folder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO -

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Passed document exists in public/private folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO024 - Passed document exists in public/private folder ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/DIR_BRW_BO024 Passed document exists in public/private folder typically occurs in the context of document management within SAP, particularly when dealing with document storage and retrieval in the SAP DMS (Document Management System). This error indicates that the document you are trying to access or manipulate already exists in either a public or private folder.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Document: The document you are trying to upload or link already exists in the specified folder (public or private).
  Incorrect Document Path: The system may be looking in the wrong folder or path where the document is expected to be.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the folder where the document is stored.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Document: 
  
  Verify if the document you are trying to upload or link already exists in the specified folder. You can do this by searching for the document using its name or ID in the DMS.
  
  
  
  Rename or Move Document: 
  
  If the document already exists and you need to upload a new version or a different document, consider renaming the new document or moving it to a different folder.
  
  
  
  Review Folder Structure: 
  
  Ensure that you are looking in the correct folder (public/private) and that the document is not misplaced.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: 
  
  Check if you have the necessary permissions to access the folder. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant you the required access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the DMS module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CV01N (Create Document), CV02N (Change Document), and CV03N (Display Document) for managing documents in DMS.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.