How To Fix SG843 - Physical path for &1 (&2) already exists

SG843 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 843

• Message text: Physical path for &1 (&2) already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG843 - Physical path for &1 (&2) already exists ?

  The SAP error message SG843, which states "Physical path for &1 (&2) already exists," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create a physical path (like a directory or file) in the SAP system that already exists. This can happen in various contexts, such as when configuring file paths for data storage, transport directories, or other file-related operations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Path: The most common cause is that the physical path you are trying to create already exists in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings where the system is trying to create a path that has already been defined.
  Multiple Processes: If multiple processes or users are trying to create the same path simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Path: Verify if the path specified in the error message already exists. You can do this by navigating to the file system or using transaction codes like