How To Fix /PM0/3FWTG_GENERATOR081 - Global type &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/3FWTG_GENERATOR -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Global type &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/3FWTG_GENERATOR081 - Global type &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/3FWTG_GENERATOR081 indicating "Global type &1 already exists" typically occurs in the context of the SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) module, particularly when dealing with the generation of global types or structures in the system. This error suggests that there is an attempt to create a global type that already exists in the system, which leads to a conflict.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Global Type: The most common cause of this error is that a global type with the same name already exists in the SAP system. This can happen if:
  
  A previous attempt to create the global type was successful.
  There is a naming conflict due to similar naming conventions or accidental duplication.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and transporting objects to a different environment (like QA or Production), there might be a conflict if the same global type exists in both environments.
  
  
  Development Errors: Sometimes, errors in custom development or modifications can lead to attempts to create types that are already defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Global Types: 
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the global type already exists. 
  Search for the type using the name indicated in the error message.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete: 
  
  If the global type exists and is not needed, you may consider deleting it or modifying it as per your requirements.
  If it is needed, you may need to adjust your new type's name to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: 
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to transport requests, check the transport logs and ensure that the global type is not being transported multiple times or conflicting with existing types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any documentation related to the development or changes being made to ensure that there are no known issues or conflicts.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SE37: Function Builder (if the type is related to function modules)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Development Guidelines: 
  
  Follow best practices for naming conventions and object management in SAP to avoid such conflicts in the future.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.