How To Fix STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY212 - Operation &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY - Technical Configuration Entity Messages

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Operation &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY212 - Operation &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message STC_CONT_CFG_ENTITY212, which states "Operation &1 already exists," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Solution Manager or during the configuration of background jobs or tasks. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or configure an operation that already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Operation: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an operation with the same name or identifier in the system. This can happen if the operation was previously created and not properly deleted or if there is a naming conflict.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that lead to the system attempting to create a duplicate entry.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting configurations from one system to another, it is possible that the operation already exists in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Operations: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., ST22, SM37, or the specific transaction for managing operations) and check if the operation with the specified name already exists.
  If it does, you may need to modify or delete the existing operation before creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Entries: 
  
  If you find that the operation is indeed a duplicate, you can delete the existing operation if it is no longer needed. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Modify the Operation Name: 
  
  If you need to create a new operation and the name is causing a conflict, consider using a different name or identifier for the new operation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration settings to ensure that there are no errors or misconfigurations that could lead to this issue.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that there are no conflicts in the target system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ST22 (Dump Analysis), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module or functionality you are working with to understand the expected behavior and configuration steps.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.