How To Fix REXCSCCH003 - There is more than one tape named &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REXCSCCH - Messages for External Service Charge Settlement

• Message number: 003

• Message text: There is more than one tape named &1

What causes this issue?

The system found more than one tape with the same name.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Choose a tape using the input help.

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 REXCSCCH003 - There is more than one tape named &1 ?

  The SAP error message REXCSCCH003, which states "There is more than one tape named &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data archiving or data management processes, particularly when dealing with tape storage systems. This error indicates that the system has found multiple tapes with the same name, which can lead to confusion in identifying the correct tape for data retrieval or archiving operations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Tape Names: The primary cause of this error is the existence of multiple tapes in the system that share the same name. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect tape labeling during the archiving process.
  Manual errors in tape management.
  Issues with the tape management system or software.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system or the tape management system that lead to the system not being able to distinguish between tapes.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the REXCSCCH003 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Tapes:
  
  Use the tape management system or SAP transaction codes related to tape management to list all tapes and identify those with duplicate names.
  
  
  
  Rename or Re-label Tapes:
  
  If possible, rename or re-label the tapes to ensure that each tape has a unique identifier. This may involve physical relabeling of tapes or updating the metadata in the tape management system.
  
  
  
  Update SAP Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the SAP system is correctly configured to recognize and manage tape names. This may involve checking settings in the SAP Archive Management or related modules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to tape management and archiving for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your organization's IT support team for further assistance. They may have additional tools or insights to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Archive Management: Understanding how SAP manages archived data and tapes can provide insights into preventing such issues in the future.
  Tape Management Systems: Familiarity with the specific tape management system in use (e.g., IBM Tivoli Storage Manager, Veritas NetBackup) can help in troubleshooting and resolving tape-related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REXCSCCH003 error and ensure that your tape management processes run smoothly.