How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES_BP015 - A resource with a similar name & already exists in the resource master

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES_BP -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: A resource with a similar name & already exists in the resource master

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP015 - A resource with a similar name & already exists in the resource master ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP015 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a resource in the resource master data, but a resource with a similar name already exists. This can occur in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Resource Name: The most common cause is that the resource you are trying to create or modify has a name that is too similar to an existing resource. SAP enforces uniqueness in resource names to avoid confusion and ensure data integrity.
  Data Migration or Upload Issues: If you are migrating data or uploading resources in bulk, there may be duplicates in the data being uploaded.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, configuration settings may lead to the creation of resources that are not properly validated against existing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Resources: 
  
  Go to the resource master data in SAP and search for existing resources that may have similar names. You can use wildcards to help identify similar names.
  If you find a resource that is similar, consider renaming the new resource to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Resource: 
  
  If the existing resource is not being used or is outdated, you may choose to modify or delete it, provided that it does not affect other processes.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  If you are uploading data, ensure that you validate the data beforehand to check for duplicates. This can be done using tools like SAP Data Services or by running queries to identify duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to resource management to ensure that you are following best practices for naming conventions and resource creation.
  
  
  
  Error Handling in Uploads: 
  
  If you are using a program or tool to upload resources, implement error handling to catch and report duplicate entries before they cause issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SCMB/TMSRES to access the resource management area in SAP SCM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context of the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.