How To Fix RSKPI020 - Catalog node &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSKPI - Messages KPI Monitoring

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Catalog node &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSKPI020 - Catalog node &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message RSKPI020, which states "Catalog node &1 already exists," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when you are trying to create a new catalog node (such as a folder or a hierarchy) that has the same name as an existing one.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by attempting to create a catalog node with a name that is already in use within the same hierarchy or catalog. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to create a duplicate node with the same identifier.
  There is a naming conflict due to a previous creation that was not properly deleted or was overlooked.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Nodes: 
  
  Navigate to the catalog or hierarchy where you are trying to create the new node.
  Look for the existing node with the same name or identifier. You can use transaction codes like RSRT or RSO2 to view existing catalog nodes.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Node: 
  
  If you find that a node with the same name exists, consider renaming the new node to something unique.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Node: 
  
  If the existing node is no longer needed, you can delete it. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to do so.
  Alternatively, you can modify the existing node if it needs to be updated rather than deleted.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: 
  
  If you are working in a transport environment, ensure that there are no transport requests that might have created the node in another system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to catalog management for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSO1 (to create InfoObjects), RSO2 (to manage InfoObjects), and RSRT (to execute queries).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create or modify catalog nodes in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSKPI020 error and successfully manage your catalog nodes in SAP.