How To Fix /UI2/FDM201 - Tile &1&2: Exists already in Catalog &3 as reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FDM -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Tile &1&2: Exists already in Catalog &3 as reference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FDM201 - Tile &1&2: Exists already in Catalog &3 as reference ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FDM201 Tile &1&2: Exists already in Catalog &3 as reference typically occurs when you are trying to create or add a tile in the SAP Fiori Launchpad that already exists in the specified catalog. This error indicates that there is a conflict because the tile you are attempting to create or add is already defined in the catalog.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Tile: The tile you are trying to create has the same ID or reference as an existing tile in the specified catalog.
  Catalog Configuration: The catalog may have been configured to prevent duplicate entries, leading to this error when a duplicate is detected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Tiles: 
  
  Go to the Fiori Launchpad Designer or the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  Look for the catalog specified in the error message (&3).
  Verify if the tile with the same ID (&1&2) already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Duplicate:
  
  If the tile already exists and you want to keep it, consider modifying the existing tile instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing tile is not needed, you can remove it from the catalog.
  
  
  
  Change Tile ID:
  
  If you need to create a new tile, consider changing the ID or reference of the new tile to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment and planning to transport changes to a production environment, ensure that the transport requests do not contain conflicting tiles.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing tiles and catalogs in the Fiori Launchpad.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Fiori Launchpad Designer: This is the tool used to manage tiles and catalogs in the SAP Fiori Launchpad. Familiarize yourself with its functionalities to effectively manage your tiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify tiles in the specified catalog.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your tiles in the SAP Fiori Launchpad.