How To Fix SG841 - Alias &1 ( &2 ) already exists

SG841 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SG - Global Pool for Cross-Application Developments

• Message number: 841

• Message text: Alias &1 ( &2 ) already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG841 - Alias &1 ( &2 ) already exists ?

  The SAP error message SG841 indicates that an alias you are trying to create already exists in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to define a new alias for a database object (like a table or view) that has already been defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Alias: The alias you are trying to create is already present in the database.
  Incorrect Naming: You might be using a name that is already assigned to another alias or object.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue or a misunderstanding of the existing aliases in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Aliases: Before creating a new alias, check the existing aliases in the system. You can do this by querying the database or using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to view existing database objects and their aliases.
  
  
  Use a Different Name: If the alias already exists, consider using a different name