How To Fix SPRX278 - Import overwrites any existing metadata

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPRX - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 278

• Message text: Import overwrites any existing metadata

What causes this issue?

Existing metadata may be overwritten when you import.
SAP recommends that you export all existing metadata (*) to a security
file before you begin importing.

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

System Response

Initially, the data is only imported to the working memory. The database
tables are only updated when you save.

How to fix this error?

If you are unsure, export all metadata (*) to a security file first,
before you begin importing the data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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