How To Fix /SMB/CUS_SCOPE_MSG020 - Filename &1 is already used as Flavor Filename for Core Filename &2 &3

/SMB/CUS_SCOPE_MSG020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CUS_SCOPE_MSG -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Filename &1 is already used as Flavor Filename for Core Filename &2 &3

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/SMB/CUS_SCOPE_MSG020 - Details

• The SAP error message /SMB/CUS_SCOPE_MSG020 indicates that there is a conflict with flavor filenames in the SAP system. Specifically, it means that the filename you are trying to use for a flavor is already associated with another core filename. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori or SAP GUI where flavors (customized versions of screens) are being created or modified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Flavor Name: The flavor name you are trying to use is already in use for a different core application or screen.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the flavor management is not correctly set up.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a transport environment, the flavor might have been transported to another system, causing conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Flavors: 
  
  Go to the flavor management transaction (e.g., /SMB/FLAVOR) and check the list of existing flavors. Look for the flavor name that is causing the conflict.
  If you find