How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES703 - Profile &1 for user &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Profile &1 for user &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES703 - Profile &1 for user &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES703 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a profile in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, but a profile with the same name already exists for the specified user. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create a new planning book or when configuring user-specific settings.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the existence of a profile with the same name for the specified user. This can happen if:
  
  The user is trying to create a new profile with a name that is already in use.
  There was an attempt to copy or import a profile that conflicts with an existing one.
  There may be a system or configuration issue that is causing the duplication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Profiles:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., /SAPAPO/DMRES or the appropriate transaction for managing profiles).
  Search for the existing profiles associated with the user to confirm that the profile name is indeed already in use.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete the Existing Profile:
  
  If the existing profile is no longer needed, you can delete it or rename it to free up the name for the new profile.
  If the profile is still needed, consider using a different name for the new profile you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Modify the Profile:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing profile, you can modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on managing profiles in APO.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify profiles. Lack of proper permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP 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 in SAP APO for managing profiles, such as /SAPAPO/DMRES for resource management.
  User Profiles: Understand how user profiles work in SAP APO and the implications of having multiple profiles for the same user.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage user profiles in SAP APO.