Message type: E = Error
Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list
Message number: 879
Message text: Layout module &1 already exists
The layout module already exists and cannot be created more than once.
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WB879
- Layout module &1 already exists ?The SAP error message WB879, which states "Layout module &1 already exists," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new layout or report layout in SAP that has the same name as an existing one. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP ERP, where layout definitions are used for reporting purposes.
Cause: Duplicate Layout Name: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a layout with a name that already exists in the system. Transport Issues: If layouts are transported between systems (e.g., from development to production), there may be conflicts if the same layout name is used. User Permissions: Sometimes, user permissions may prevent you from viewing existing layouts, leading to an assumption that the name is available.
Solution: Check Existing Layouts: Before creating a new layout, check the existing layouts to see if the name you want to
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