How To Fix APS_CKE067 - View &1 already exists. Choose a different name.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APS_CKE - Message class for CDS key user editor

• Message number: 067

• Message text: View &1 already exists. Choose a different name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APS_CKE067 - View &1 already exists. Choose a different name. ?

  The SAP error message APS_CKE067, which states "View &1 already exists. Choose a different name," typically occurs when you are trying to create a database view in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) or in a similar context where a view is being defined. This error indicates that a view with the specified name already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate View Name: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a new view with a name that is already in use by another view in the database.
  Transport Issues: Sometimes, if you are working in a development environment and have transported objects, there may be a naming conflict due to views being transported from another system.
  Namespace Conflicts: If you are using a custom namespace, ensure that the view name does not conflict with standard SAP views or other custom views.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Views: 
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check if the view name you are trying to create already exists. You can search for the view by its name.
  If it exists, you may need to either modify the existing view or choose a different name for your new view.
  
  
  
  Rename Your View: 
  
  If you find that the view name is already taken, simply choose a different name that adheres to your naming conventions.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing View: 
  
  If the existing view is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  Alternatively, you can modify the existing view if it needs to be updated.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to transport requests, check the transport logs to see if the view was transported from another system and ensure that there are no conflicts.
  
  
  
  Namespace Considerations: 
  
  If you are working in a custom namespace, ensure that your naming conventions are unique and do not conflict with standard SAP objects.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (for creating and managing views)
  SE80: Object Navigator (for viewing all objects in the system)
  
  
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions used in your organization to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on creating views and managing database objects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APS_CKE067 error and successfully create or manage your views in SAP.