How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK061 - Files exists. Please select another file.

/SMB/FKCHK061 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Files exists. Please select another file.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK061 - Files exists. Please select another file. ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK061 Files exists. Please select another file. typically occurs when you are trying to upload a file in the SAP system, and the system detects that a file with the same name already exists in the specified directory or location. This is a common issue when dealing with file uploads in SAP, especially in financial or accounting modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  File Name Conflict: The file you are trying to upload has the same name as an existing file in the target directory.
  File Path Issues: The system may be configured to prevent overwriting existing files to avoid data loss or corruption.
  Permissions: There may be restrictions on file operations in the directory where you are trying to upload the file.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Rename the File: Change the name of the file you are trying to upload to something unique that does not conflict with existing files.
  Check Existing Files: Navigate to the directory where the