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Message type: E = Error
Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts
Message number: 074
Message text: A folder for & & already exists
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SF074
- A folder for & & already exists ?The SAP error message SF074, which states "A folder for & & already exists," typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors when there is an attempt to create a folder (for example, for a document or a file) that already exists in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as Employee Central or Performance Management, where document storage is involved.
Cause:
The error is caused by the system detecting that a folder with the specified name already exists in the designated location. This can happen due to:
To resolve the SF074 error, you can take the following steps:
Check Existing Folders:
Rename the Folder:
Delete or Archive Existing Folder:
Review Folder Creation Logic:
Consult Documentation:
Contact Support:
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SF074 error and successfully manage folder creation in your SAP SuccessFactors environment.
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