How To Fix WGDS_PROCESS065 - catalogue exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_PROCESS - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 065

• Message text: catalogue exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS065 - catalogue exists ?

  The SAP error message WGDS_PROCESS065: Catalogue exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow or SAP Document Management System (DMS) when you try to create or process a catalogue (classification catalogue) that already exists in the system.
  
  Cause
  
  The error WGDS_PROCESS065: Catalogue exists is raised because the system detects that a catalogue with the same identifier (catalogue name or number) already exists in the database.
  This usually happens when:
  
  You attempt to create a new catalogue with an ID that is already assigned to an existing catalogue.
  There is a duplicate entry due to a previous incomplete or inconsistent operation.
  Data migration or transport has caused catalogue duplication.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Existing Catalogues:
  
  Use transaction CL03 (Display Catalogue) or CL02 (Change Catalogue) to verify if the catalogue already exists.
  If it exists and you want to modify it, use the change transaction instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Catalogue ID:
  
  When creating a new catalogue, ensure the catalogue ID or name is unique.
  Follow your organization's naming conventions to avoid duplicates.
  
  
  
  Clean Up Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates exist due to inconsistent data, coordinate with your SAP Basis or functional team to clean up the duplicates.
  Use database tools or SAP standard reports to identify and remove duplicate entries carefully.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code or Interfaces:
  
  If the error occurs during an automated process (e.g., workflow, BAPI, or custom program), review the code to ensure it checks for existing catalogues before attempting to create a new one.
  Implement logic to handle existing catalogues gracefully.
  
  
  
  Transport and Migration Checks:
  
  If the error appeared after a transport or data migration, verify the transport logs and ensure no duplicate catalogues were imported.
  Correct the transport or migration package if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CL01 – Create Catalogue
  CL02 – Change Catalogue
  CL03 – Display Catalogue
  CL30N – Class Maintenance (related to classification catalogues)
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  KSSK – Catalogues
  KSSK_H – Catalogue Header Data
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to classification and catalogue management for any known bugs or patches.
  
  
  
  Workflow Context:
  
  If the error occurs in workflow processing, check the workflow container and steps to ensure catalogues are handled correctly.
  
  
  
  
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  Error
  WGDS_PROCESS065: Catalogue exists
  
  
  Cause
  Attempt to create a catalogue with an ID that already exists in the system
  
  
  Solution
  Verify existing catalogues, use unique IDs, clean duplicates, review custom code/process
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  CL01, CL02, CL03, CL30N
  
  
  Tables
  KSSK, KSSK_H
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., transaction, process, or scenario where the error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance.