How To Fix R7623 - InfoObject with name &1 exists already

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 623

• Message text: InfoObject with name &1 exists already

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7623 - InfoObject with name &1 exists already ?

  The SAP error message R7623 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an InfoObject in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system, but an InfoObject with the same name already exists. This can occur during the creation of new InfoObjects, or when trying to activate or transport existing ones.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The most common cause is that the InfoObject you are trying to create has the same name as an existing InfoObject in the system.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects from one system to another, there may be conflicts if the same InfoObject exists in both systems.
  Development and Production Environment: If you are working in a development environment and trying to transport changes to a production environment, the InfoObject may already exist in production.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing InfoObjects: 
  
  Use transaction code RSA1 to access the Data Warehousing Workbench.
  Navigate to the InfoObjects section and search for the InfoObject by name to confirm its existence.
  
  
  
  Rename the New InfoObject: If you are creating a new InfoObject and it conflicts with an existing one, consider renaming it to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing InfoObject: If the existing InfoObject is no longer needed, you can delete it. However, be cautious as this may affect other objects or reports that depend on it.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport request does not include objects that already exist in the target system. You may need to adjust the transport request accordingly.
  
  
  Check for Active Versions: Ensure that there are no active versions of the InfoObject that might be causing the conflict. You can check this in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting or modifying an InfoObject, consult SAP documentation or your system administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  RSA1: Data Warehousing Workbench
  RSD1: InfoObject Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to InfoObject management.
  Best Practices: Maintain a naming convention for InfoObjects to avoid conflicts and ensure proper documentation of existing objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7623 error and manage your InfoObjects effectively in SAP BW.