How To Fix RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD010 - Object of type '&1' and name '&2' already exists in the system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Object of type '&1' and name '&2' already exists in the system.

What causes this issue?

During generation of new BW objects based on APD conversion unique new
names must be supplied.

How to fix this error?

Specify new name for the object.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD010 - Object of type '&1' and name '&2' already exists in the system. ?

  The SAP error message RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD010 indicates that there is an attempt to create or transfer an object (like a query, report, or data model) that already exists in the system. The placeholders &1 and &2 typically represent the type and name of the object, respectively.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Object: The most common cause of this error is that the object you are trying to create or transfer already exists in the SAP system with the same name and type.
  Incorrect Transfer Logic: If you are using a transport request or a data transfer process, it might be incorrectly configured to attempt to create an object that is already present.
  System Synchronization Issues: In some cases, if there are synchronization issues between different environments (like development, quality assurance, and production), you might encounter this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Object: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object by its name and type. If it exists, you may need to modify or delete it before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Rename the Object: 
  
  If you need to create a new object, consider renaming the object you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: 
  
  If this error occurs during a transport, check the transport request to ensure that it does not include objects that already exist in the target system.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Existing Object: 
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete or archive it, allowing you to create the new object without conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates: 
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs can cause unexpected behavior.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to the error message RS_B4H_TRANSFER_APD010. SAP Notes often provide detailed information about known issues and their resolutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage objects in SAP, such as SE80, SE11, SE37, etc.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage the objects in your SAP system.