How To Fix /UI2/MIGRATION506 - Catalog title of UIAC already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/MIGRATION -

• Message number: 506

• Message text: Catalog title of UIAC already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/MIGRATION506 - Catalog title of UIAC already exists ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/MIGRATION506 Catalog title of UIAC already exists typically occurs during the migration or activation of Fiori catalogs and groups in the SAP Fiori Launchpad. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create a catalog with a title that already exists in the system, which violates the uniqueness constraint for catalog titles.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Catalog Title: The primary cause of this error is that the catalog title you are trying to create or migrate already exists in the system. This can happen if the same catalog is being imported or created multiple times.
  Migration Process: During the migration process, if the system detects that a catalog with the same title already exists, it will throw this error to prevent duplication.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Catalogs:
  
  Use transaction code UI2/FLP or Fiori Launchpad Designer to check the existing catalogs and their titles.
  Identify if the catalog title you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Rename or Remove Duplicate:
  
  If the catalog title already exists and you do not need the new one, you can skip the creation or migration of the duplicate catalog.
  If you need both catalogs, consider renaming the new catalog to a unique title.
  
  
  
  Adjust Migration Settings:
  
  If you are using a migration tool or script, ensure that it is configured to handle existing catalogs appropriately, such as skipping duplicates or updating existing entries.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  You can also use transaction code SE11 to check the database table UI2_CATALOG to see the existing entries and their titles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Fiori Launchpad migration for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Fiori Launchpad: Familiarize yourself with the Fiori Launchpad architecture and how catalogs and groups are managed.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /UI2/MIGRATION506 Catalog title of UIAC already exists error and successfully manage your Fiori catalogs.