How To Fix 3G714 - &1 is already defined as &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 714

• Message text: &1 is already defined as &1

What causes this issue?

You have tried to create an object with a new name however, this name
has already been used for another object for another type.
Choose another name for your project.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G714 - &1 is already defined as &1 ?

  The SAP error message 3G714 typically indicates that there is a conflict in the definition of an object, such as a characteristic, class, or some other entity, where the system is trying to create or modify an object that already exists with the same name or identifier.
  Cause:
  The error message 3G714 occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to create a new object (like a characteristic or class) that has the same name as an existing object in the system.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database or configuration that is causing the conflict.
  The object you are trying to define is already defined in the system, leading to a naming collision.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Definitions:
  
  Use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) or CL02 (for classes) to search for the existing object with the same name.
  Verify if the object you are trying to create already exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Object:
  
  If you find that the object already exists, consider renaming the new object you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Object:
  
  If the existing object is not being used or is obsolete, you may consider modifying or deleting it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for naming conventions in your SAP environment to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that there are no pending transport requests that might be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing characteristics and classes, such as CT04, CL02, CL03, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices in object naming and management to prevent future conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.