How To Fix SDME_OBJ401 - A maintenance object with the name &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDME_OBJ - DME: Maintenance Object Messages

• Message number: 401

• Message text: A maintenance object with the name &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDME_OBJ401 - A maintenance object with the name &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message SDME_OBJ401 indicates that a maintenance object with the specified name already exists in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create a new maintenance object (such as a maintenance plan, task list, or similar) with a name that is already in use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The most common cause is that the name you are trying to use for the new maintenance object is already assigned to an existing object.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error or misunderstanding regarding the naming conventions or existing objects.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system may have been configured to prevent the creation of objects with duplicate names.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: 
  
  Use the relevant transaction code (e.g., IP01 for maintenance plans, IL01 for task lists) to search for existing maintenance objects with the same name.
  You can also use transaction SE11 to check the database table where these objects