How To Fix RSBPCZ_EXCEPTION021 - Book with name &1 already exists in the published folder

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSBPCZ_EXCEPTION - Book Exception Messages

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Book with name &1 already exists in the published folder

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSBPCZ_EXCEPTION021 - Book with name &1 already exists in the published folder ?

  The SAP error message RSBPCZ_EXCEPTION021 indicates that there is an attempt to publish a book (or report) with a name that already exists in the designated published folder. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) when trying to publish a report or a book that has the same name as an existing one.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to create or publish a new book with a name that is already in use in the specified folder. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to publish a report with a name that has not been changed from a previous version.
  There is a naming conflict due to multiple users attempting to publish reports with the same name simultaneously.
  The report was not properly deleted or renamed before attempting to publish a new version.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Books: 
  
  Navigate to the published folder in the BPC web interface or the relevant SAP transaction.
  Look for the book with the name specified in the error message (indicated by &1).
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete:
  
  If you find the existing book, you can either:
  
  Rename the new book you are trying to publish to a unique name.
  Delete the existing book if it is no longer needed (ensure you have the necessary permissions to do this).
  
  
  
  
  
  Publish with a Unique Name:
  
  When publishing the report, ensure that the name you are using is unique within the folder to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  
  Check for Concurrent Publishing:
  
  If multiple users are trying to publish reports at the same time, coordinate with your team to avoid naming conflicts.
  
  
  
  Review Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete or rename existing books in the published folder.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP BPC documentation for best practices on naming conventions and managing published reports.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully publish your report or book in SAP BPC.