How To Fix /UI2/FCM052 - Catalog '&1' already exists in configuration or customizing scope

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FCM -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Catalog '&1' already exists in configuration or customizing scope

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FCM052 - Catalog '&1' already exists in configuration or customizing scope ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FCM052 Catalog '&1' already exists in configuration or customizing scope typically occurs when you are trying to create or register a new catalog in the Fiori Launchpad, but a catalog with the same name or ID already exists in the system. This can happen during the configuration of Fiori apps or when importing a transport request that includes catalog definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Catalog: The catalog you are trying to create already exists in the system, either in the same or a different customizing scope.
  Transport Conflicts: If you are importing a transport request that contains catalog definitions, and those catalogs already exist in the target system, this error can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings or naming conventions used for catalogs.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Catalogs: 
  
  Use transaction code Fiori Launchpad Designer or SAP GUI to check if the catalog with the specified name already exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant area where catalogs are managed.
  If the catalog exists and you do not need to create a new one, you can use the existing catalog instead.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Catalog: 
  
  If you need to create a new catalog, consider renaming it to avoid the conflict with the existing catalog.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Catalog: 
  
  If the existing catalog is not needed, you can delete it or modify it as necessary. Be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other configurations or applications that rely on that catalog.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the error occurs during a transport import, review the transport request to ensure that it does not contain duplicate catalog definitions. You may need to adjust the transport request or import it selectively.
  
  
  
  Use Customizing Scope: 
  
  If you are working in a multi-client environment, ensure that you are using the correct customizing scope. Sometimes catalogs may exist in different clients or customizing scopes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  Fiori Launchpad Designer (FLPD) for managing catalogs and groups.
  SE80 or SE11 for checking the underlying data definitions.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Fiori Launchpad configuration for detailed guidelines on managing catalogs and groups.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to catalog management or known bugs.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your Fiori catalogs.