How To Fix 4B075 - Filenames should not be similar

4B075 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 4B - Message Class for Philippines

• Message number: 075

• Message text: Filenames should not be similar

What causes this issue?

You have entered similar filenames for downlading different files.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter different names for different files.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

4B075 - Details

• The SAP error message 4B075 ("Filenames should not be similar") typically occurs in the context of file handling within SAP, particularly when dealing with file uploads or downloads. This error indicates that the system has detected that the filenames being used are too similar, which can lead to confusion or overwriting of files.
  
  Cause:
  
  Similar Filenames: The error is triggered when two or more files have names that are too similar, which can happen if you are trying to upload multiple files with similar names (e.g., report1.txt, report1_copy.txt).
  File Overwriting Risk: SAP has built-in checks to prevent potential overwriting of files that could lead to data loss or confusion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Rename Files: Ensure that the filenames you are trying to upload or process are distinct enough. Modify the filenames to make them unique (e.g., report1_v1.txt, report1_v2.txt).
  Check for Duplicates: Before uploading, check the directory or location where the files are being uploaded to ensure there are