How To Fix RSPLPPM035 - Plan with ID &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLPPM - Message Class for Package RSPLPPM

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Plan with ID &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLPPM035 - Plan with ID &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message RSPLPPM035 indicates that a planning object (in this case, a plan) with the specified ID already exists in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to create a new planning version or plan that has the same ID as an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Plan ID: The most common cause of this error is that you are trying to create a new plan with an ID that is already in use by another plan.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the system is not correctly recognizing the uniqueness of the plan IDs.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a plan ID that they thought was unique but is already assigned to another plan.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Plans: Verify the existing plans in the system to see if the plan ID you are trying to use is already in use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant planning area or using transaction codes like RSPLPPM to manage planning versions.
  
  
  Use a Different Plan ID: If the plan ID is indeed already in use, you will need to choose a different, unique ID for your new plan.
  
  
  Delete or Archive Existing Plan: If the existing plan is no longer needed, you may consider deleting or archiving it, provided that this action aligns with your organization's data management policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing planning objects and IDs.
  
  
  Check for System Issues: If you believe this error is occurring incorrectly (e.g., the ID should not be in use), check for any system issues or inconsistencies that may need to be resolved by your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSPLPPM for managing planning versions and RSPLPPM1 for creating new plans.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address underlying issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning objects in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSPLPPM035 error and successfully manage your planning objects in SAP.