How To Fix SHDI016 - Image was not inserted: File with same name already exists.

SHDI016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SHDI - Texts Image archive Transaction variants

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Image was not inserted: File with same name already exists.

What causes this issue?

The screen cannot be inserted using the requested name because a file
with the same name exists in the directory. (This is possibly not
displayed when a file of another type is concerned that cannot be
maintained with this transaction).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a different file name or if necessary change the name of the
existing file.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SHDI016 - Details

• The SAP error message SHDI016, which states "Image was not inserted: File with same name already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to upload an image or document to the SAP system, but a file with the same name already exists in the specified location or repository.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate File Name: The most common cause is that the file you are trying to upload has the same name as an existing file in the SAP system.
  File System Restrictions: Some configurations in the SAP system may prevent overwriting files with the same name to avoid data loss or confusion.
  Repository Settings: The settings of the document management system (DMS) or the specific repository you are using may have restrictions on file uploads.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Rename the File: Before uploading, rename the file you are trying to upload to ensure it has a unique name that does not conflict with existing files.
  Check Existing Files: Navigate to the