How To Fix UMC351 - Distribution list '&1'(valid from:'&2') exists already

UMC351 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMC - General Messages

• Message number: 351

• Message text: Distribution list '&1'(valid from:'&2') exists already

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMC351 - Distribution list '&1'(valid from:'&2') exists already ?

  The SAP error message UMC351 indicates that there is an attempt to create a distribution list that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Unified Messaging Connector (UMC) or similar functionalities where distribution lists are used for notifications or messaging.
  
  Cause:
  The error message UMC351 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a distribution list with a name that already exists in the system.
  The distribution list is valid from a specific date, and the system recognizes that a list with the same name and validity period already exists.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UMC351 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Distribution Lists:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or application where distribution lists are managed.
  Search for the distribution list using the name provided in the error message (&1).
  Verify if the distribution list already exists and check its validity period.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing List:
  
  If the distribution list exists and