How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC231 - Model already exists

/SAPAPO/SCC231 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Model already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC231 - Model already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC231 Model already exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create a new model that has the same name as an existing one. This can happen during the configuration of supply chain models, where each model must have a unique identifier.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Model Name: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a new model with a name that is already in use by another model in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misunderstanding in the configuration process, leading to attempts to create a model that should not be duplicated.
  System Migration or Data Import: If you have recently migrated data or imported models, there may be conflicts with existing models.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Models: Before creating a new model, check the list of existing models to ensure that the name you