How To Fix 37555 - Areas must have unique names. Operation not performed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 555

• Message text: Areas must have unique names. Operation not performed

What causes this issue?

You are editing a subscreen or a table control and want to assign a
field name to it or change the existing field name. However, the screen
already contains a subscreen or table control with this name.

System Response

The system identifies table controls and subscreens by their field
names which must be unique. For this reason, it rejects the new field
name.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different field name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37555 - Areas must have unique names. Operation not performed ?

  The SAP error message "37555 Areas must have unique names. Operation not performed" typically occurs in the context of defining or managing areas in SAP, such as in the configuration of certain modules or when working with master data. This error indicates that there is a conflict due to duplicate names for areas that should be unique.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Area Names: The most common cause of this error is that there are two or more areas defined with the same name within the same context (e.g., within a specific organizational unit or configuration).
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect configuration settings or data entries that do not adhere to the uniqueness requirement.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been bulk uploads, it is possible that duplicate entries were created inadvertently.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or master data area where the error is occurring.
  Look for the list of areas and check for any duplicates. Ensure that each area has a unique name.
  
  
  
  Rename Areas: 
  
  If you find duplicate area names, rename them to ensure uniqueness. This can often be done directly in the configuration settings or master data management screens.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration or upload, validate the data to ensure that there are no duplicates. You may need to clean up the data before re-uploading or reconfiguring.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module or area you are working with to understand the naming conventions and requirements.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Depending on the context, you may use specific transaction codes (like SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE80 for Object Navigator, etc.) to check the definitions and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects critical business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Documentation: Review the relevant SAP module documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and area management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 37555 in SAP.