How To Fix RSDME140 - Source reference name &1 already exists in &2 version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDME -

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Source reference name &1 already exists in &2 version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDME140 - Source reference name &1 already exists in &2 version ?

  The SAP error message RSDME140 indicates that there is a conflict with the naming of a source reference in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence). Specifically, it means that a source reference with the name specified in the error message already exists in the specified version.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Naming: The most common cause of this error is that you are trying to create or modify a source reference (like a DataSource, InfoSource, or similar object) with a name that already exists in the specified version.
  Version Conflicts: The error may also arise if there are multiple versions of the same object and you are trying to create or modify one that conflicts with an existing version.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, there may be a naming conflict due to objects that were not properly transported or were already present in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Objects: Verify if the source reference name you are trying to use already exists in the specified version. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area in the SAP BW/BI system and checking the list of existing source references.
  Rename the Object: If a conflict is found, consider renaming the new source reference to a unique name that does not conflict with existing objects.
  Delete or Modify Existing Object: If the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify it to resolve the conflict. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other processes or reports that rely on the existing object.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that all relevant objects have been properly transported and that there are no inconsistencies between the source and target systems.
  Version Management: If you are working with different versions, ensure that you are referencing the correct version and that there are no conflicts with other versions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to manage and view DataSources and InfoSources.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing source references and understanding versioning in SAP BW/BI.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDME140 error and successfully manage your source references in SAP BW/BI.