How To Fix RMPS_GENERAL121 - Table type &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMPS_GENERAL - Gen. Messages Classes Records Management for Public Sector

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Table type &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL121 - Table type &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message RMPS_GENERAL121, which states "Table type &1 already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new table type in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or during the execution of a program that attempts to define a table type that has already been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the table type you are trying to create already exists in the system. This can happen if:
  
  You or someone else has already created the table type with the same name.
  There is a naming conflict with a standard SAP table type or a custom one.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and have transported objects to another system (like QA or Production), there might be inconsistencies in the object definitions across systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Table Types:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Select "Table Type" and enter the name of the table type you are trying to create.
  Check if it already exists. If it does, you can either use the existing table type or modify it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Table Type:
  
  If you need to create a new table type and the name is already taken, consider renaming your new table type to something unique.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Table Type:
  
  If the existing table type is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Alternatively, you can modify the existing table type to meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to transport requests, ensure that all relevant objects have been transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies between the systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of modifying or deleting a table type, consult the documentation or seek advice from a more experienced colleague or SAP consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE24 (Class Builder).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to table types or this error message.
  ABAP Development Guidelines: Follow best practices for naming conventions and object management to avoid conflicts in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RMPS_GENERAL121 error and continue with your development work in SAP.