How To Fix R7I015 - The name &1 is already being used for an InfoProvider

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7I - InfoProvider

• Message number: 015

• Message text: The name &1 is already being used for an InfoProvider

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7I015 - The name &1 is already being used for an InfoProvider ?

  The SAP error message R7I015 indicates that there is a naming conflict in the system, specifically that the name you are trying to use for an InfoProvider is already in use by another InfoProvider. This can occur when you attempt to create or modify an InfoProvider (such as a DataStore Object, InfoCube, or MultiProvider) with a name that is already assigned to an existing object.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The most common cause is that the name you are trying to assign to the new InfoProvider is already taken by another InfoProvider in the system.
  Namespace Issues: If you are working in a development environment, it is possible that the name is used in another development or production system.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, the name might already exist in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing InfoProviders: 
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check the existing InfoProviders and see if the name you want to use is already in use.
  You can also use the SE11 transaction to check the Data Dictionary for existing objects.
  
  
  
  Rename the New InfoProvider: 
  
  If the name is already in use, consider using a different name for your new InfoProvider that adheres to your naming conventions and is not already taken.
  
  
  
  Namespace Management: 
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that you are using a unique namespace for your objects to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue arises during a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that the target system does not already have an object with the same name.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or BW team for best practices regarding naming conventions and InfoProvider management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for InfoProviders, SE11 for Data Dictionary, and SE80 for object management.
  Naming Conventions: Establish and follow naming conventions for InfoProviders to minimize the risk of conflicts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  System Documentation: Maintain documentation of existing InfoProviders and their purposes to avoid duplication in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7I015 error and successfully create or modify your InfoProvider.