How To Fix AFX_GENERATION112 - Table type &1 exists already

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GENERATION - Messages From Generation

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Table type &1 exists already

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GENERATION112 - Table type &1 exists already ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GENERATION112, which states "Table type &1 exists already," typically occurs when you are trying to create a table type in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) that already exists in the system. This can happen during the development of ABAP programs, when creating or modifying data structures, or when importing transport requests.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Table Type: The table type you are trying to create has the same name as an existing table type in the system.
  Transport Request Issues: If you are importing a transport request that contains a table type definition that already exists in the target system, this error may occur.
  Development Environment: If multiple developers are working on the same object or if there are inconsistencies between development and production environments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Table Types: 
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check if the table type already exists. If it does, you may need to modify the existing type instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Table Type: 
  
  If you need to create a new table type, consider renaming it to avoid conflicts with existing types.
  
  
  
  Transport Request Management: 
  
  If the error occurs during a transport import, check the transport request for any conflicts. You may need to adjust the transport or resolve conflicts manually.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Type: 
  
  If the existing table type is no longer needed, you can delete it (if permissible) or modify it to meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check for Naming Conventions: 
  
  Ensure that your naming conventions for table types are unique and follow the guidelines set by your organization to avoid such conflicts in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation on ABAP Dictionary and table types for best practices and guidelines.
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AFX_GENERATION112 error and successfully manage your table types in SAP.