How To Fix UPWB016 - BSP application &1 already exists inactively

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPWB - Messages for Development Class UPWB

• Message number: 016

• Message text: BSP application &1 already exists inactively

What causes this issue?

The generated BSP application was probably postprocessed in the
transaction se80. Otherwise this error should never occur.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check and delete the BSP application with the transaction se80. If
required make a backup copy of the BSP application.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPWB016 - BSP application &1 already exists inactively ?

  The SAP error message UPWB016 indicates that a Business Server Page (BSP) application already exists in an inactive state. This typically occurs when you attempt to create or activate a BSP application that has the same name as an existing one that is not currently active.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Inactive Application: The BSP application you are trying to create or activate already exists in the system but is marked as inactive.
  Naming Conflict: The name of the BSP application you are trying to create conflicts with an existing application.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Applications:
  
  Use transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to check for existing BSP applications.
  Look for the application with the same name and check its status.
  
  
  
  Activate the Existing Application:
  
  If the existing application is valid and you want to use it, you can activate it. To do this, navigate to the application in the Object Navigator and activate it.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename the Existing Application:
  
  If the existing application is not needed, you can delete it. Be cautious with this step, as it may affect other components or functionality.
  Alternatively, you can rename the existing application if you want to keep it for future reference.
  
  
  
  Create a New Application with a Different Name:
  
  If you want to create a new application, consider using a different name that does not conflict with existing applications.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE80 - Object Navigator
  SE38 - ABAP Editor
  SE37 - Function Module
  
  
  BSP Application Management: Familiarize yourself with BSP application management in SAP, including how to create, activate, and delete applications.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on BSP applications and their lifecycle management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UPWB016 error and manage your BSP applications effectively.