How To Fix >4259 - Internal error: Radio buttons have same value. (&) &&&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >4 - SAP File Transfer Protocol

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Internal error: Radio buttons have same value. (&) &&&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >4259 - Internal error: Radio buttons have same value. (&) &&& ?

  The SAP error message 4259 indicates that there is an internal error related to radio buttons in a screen or dialog. Specifically, it suggests that multiple radio buttons are assigned the same value, which violates the expected behavior of radio button groups. In SAP GUI, radio buttons are typically used in groups where only one button can be selected at a time, and each button should have a unique value.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Values: The most common cause of this error is that two or more radio buttons in the same group have been assigned the same value. This can happen during the design of the screen or dialog in the ABAP program.
  Screen Layout Issues: If the screen layout is not properly defined, it may lead to confusion in the radio button groupings.
  Dynamic Changes: If the values of radio buttons are being set dynamically in the code, there might be a logic error that causes the same value to be assigned to multiple buttons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Radio Button Values: Review the screen layout in the ABAP program (using Screen Painter or similar tools) and ensure that each radio button in the group has a unique value.
  Modify Code: If the values are being set dynamically, check the logic in the ABAP code to ensure that it does not assign the same value to multiple radio buttons.
  Testing: After making changes, test the screen to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the radio buttons behave as expected.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct values or how to structure the radio buttons, refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for designing screens.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Radio Button Grouping: In SAP, radio buttons are grouped by their GROUP attribute. All radio buttons in the same group should have unique values to function correctly.
  Debugging: If you encounter this error, you can use the ABAP debugger to trace the values being assigned to the radio buttons and identify where the duplication occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the duplicate values and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error message 4259 effectively.