How To Fix S3021 - Selection screen & for logical database & already exists

S3021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S3 - Transaction for processing logical databases

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Selection screen & for logical database & already exists

What causes this issue?

You entered a selection screen number that already exists.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Specify a different number. Select <LS>F4=Possible entries</> to
display a list of existing numbers.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S3021 - Selection screen & for logical database & already exists ?

  The SAP error message S3021 typically indicates that there is an issue with the selection screen of a report or program, specifically related to logical databases. The message "Selection screen & for logical database & already exists" suggests that there is a conflict with the naming or definition of the selection screen associated with a logical database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Selection Screen: The error usually occurs when there is an attempt to create a selection screen that has the same name as an existing one for the specified logical database.
  Naming Conflicts: If you are trying to define a new selection screen for a logical database that already has a selection screen defined, this conflict will trigger the error.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, if changes are transported from one system to another, it may lead to conflicts if the same selection screen is defined in both systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Selection Screens: Verify if a selection screen with