How To Fix SALV_BOQT104 - TADIR entry already exists for Crystal Report '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_BOQT - Messages for SALV_BO*

• Message number: 104

• Message text: TADIR entry already exists for Crystal Report '&1'

What causes this issue?

A TADIR entry already exists for generic Crystal report '&V1&'.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_BOQT104 - TADIR entry already exists for Crystal Report '&1' ?

  The SAP error message SALV_BOQT104 indicates that there is a conflict with the TADIR entry for a Crystal Report. Specifically, it means that an entry for the specified Crystal Report already exists in the TADIR table, which is used to manage the repository of objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when you attempt to create or register a Crystal Report that already has an entry in the TADIR table. This can happen due to:
  
  An attempt to import or upload a report that has already been imported.
  A duplicate entry in the system, possibly from a previous import or migration.
  Issues with the transport of the report, where the same report is being transported multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SALV_BOQT104 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing TADIR Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SE03 or SE11 to check the TADIR table for existing entries related to the Crystal Report in question. Look for the report name or ID that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Existing Entry:
  
  If you find that the entry already exists and is not needed, you can delete it. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect other functionalities.
  If the entry is needed, ensure that you are not trying to create a duplicate. You may need to modify your import or creation process.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the report is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request is correctly configured and that the report is not being transported multiple times.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the transport of the report.
  
  
  
  Re-import the Report:
  
  If you have made changes to the report or if it was incorrectly imported, you may need to re-import the report after ensuring that the TADIR entry is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to Crystal Reports and TADIR entries for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TADIR Table: This table contains the directory of all objects in the SAP system, including reports, programs, and other development objects.
  Crystal Reports in SAP: Crystal Reports is a business intelligence application used to design reports and is integrated with SAP systems for reporting purposes.
  Transport Management System (TMS): This is the system used to manage the transport of objects between different SAP environments (development, quality assurance, production).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SALV_BOQT104 error and successfully manage your Crystal Reports in SAP.