How To Fix RSO261 - Object '&1' of type '&2' already exists in network

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 261

• Message text: Object '&1' of type '&2' already exists in network

What causes this issue?

When displaying objects in the network, one object was to be inserted
again, although it was already available in the network.

System Response

You cannot insert the object again.

How to fix this error?

This is propbaly due to a program error. Please inform SAP.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO261 - Object '&1' of type '&2' already exists in network ?

  The SAP error message RSO261 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an object (like a DataSource, InfoProvider, or other objects) in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system, but an object with the same name already exists in the network. This can occur during various operations, such as when you are trying to create a new DataSource or InfoObject that has the same name as an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Object Name: The most common cause of this error is that you are trying to create an object with a name that already exists in the system.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, objects may be transported from one system to another, leading to conflicts if the same object name exists in both systems.
  Development and Production Environment: If you are working in a development environment and trying to transport objects to production, there may be naming conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: Before creating a new object, check the existing objects in the system to ensure that there is no object with the same name. You can do this by using transaction codes like RSA1 (for Data Warehousing Workbench) or SE11 (for Data Dictionary).
  
  
  Rename the Object: If you find that an object with the same name exists, consider renaming your new object to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Object: If the existing object is no longer needed, you may choose to delete it or modify it as necessary. 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 requests, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that there are no conflicts between development and production environments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type you are working with for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) to manage and view objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RSO261.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO261 error and successfully manage your objects in the SAP BW system.