/FTI/SERV_BUSN_ERROR008 - Service &1 exists already.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FTI/SERV_BUSN_ERROR -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Service &1 exists already.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FTI/SERV_BUSN_ERROR008 - Service &1 exists already. ?

  The SAP error message /FTI/SERV_BUSN_ERROR008 Service &1 exists already typically indicates that there is an attempt to create a service in the system that already exists. This error is related to the SAP Fiori technology stack, particularly in the context of service management or service registration.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Service Registration: The service you are trying to create or register already exists in the system. This can happen if the service was previously created and not properly deleted or if there is a naming conflict.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that lead to the system not recognizing that the service already exists.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, the service might already be present in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Services: 
  
  Use transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE to check the list of existing services. Look for the service name indicated in the error message.
  If the service exists and is not needed, you can delete it from the list.
  
  
  
  Modify the Service: 
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing service, consider modifying it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name: 
  
  If you are trying to create a new service, consider using a different name that does not conflict with existing services.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arises during a transport, ensure that the service is not already included in the transport request or that it has not been imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to service management for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your services in SAP.