How To Fix Q6701 - Field catalog &1 already exists and has not been generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Field catalog &1 already exists and has not been generated

What causes this issue?

The system attempted to generate (to create) field catalog &V1&.
However, there is already a field catalog with the name &V1& that was
not generated by the system.

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

System Response

The system terminates the generation. The field catalog &V1& that
already exists is retained and is not changed.

How to fix this error?

If &V1& is a field catalog delivered by SAP, contact your SAP Hotline.
(Field catalogs delivered by SAP begin with "SAP_".)
If it is a customer field catalog, then check whether a field catalog
with the name &V1& should really be generated. If this is the case, you
must delete the existing field catalog &V1& before the generation.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6701 - Field catalog &1 already exists and has not been generated ?

  The SAP error message Q6701, which states "Field catalog &1 already exists and has not been generated," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with field catalogs in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a field catalog that already exists in the system but has not been properly generated or activated.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Field Catalog: The field catalog you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system.
  Incomplete Generation: The existing field catalog has not been generated or activated properly, which means it cannot be used or modified until it is resolved.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the field catalog or the associated data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Field Catalog: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the field catalog already exists.
  Verify the status of the field catalog to see if it has been generated.
  
  
  
  Generate the Field Catalog:
  
  If the field catalog exists but has not been generated, you may need to generate it. This can often be done through the relevant transaction or program that manages field catalogs.
  Look for options to regenerate or activate the field catalog.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify:
  
  If the field catalog is not needed, consider deleting it if possible.
  If you need to modify it, ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that the catalog is in a state that allows for modifications.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or related objects that might be causing the field catalog to remain in an ungenerated state.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific field catalog you are working with for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, and others that may help in managing field catalogs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Quality Management Configuration: If this error is occurring in the context of Quality Management, review the configuration settings related to QM and field catalogs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.