How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK161 - Entity &1 and &2 have same deviating text &3 for Context &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK - Custom Fields: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Entity &1 and &2 have same deviating text &3 for Context &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK161 - Entity &1 and &2 have same deviating text &3 for Context &4 ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK161 indicates that there is a conflict in the metadata registry where two entities (identified by &1 and &2) have the same deviating text (&3) for a specific context (&4). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Core Data Services (CDS) or when working with the SAP Business Object Model (BOM).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are two or more entities that have been defined with the same deviating text for a specific context. This can happen if the same text is mistakenly assigned to different entities.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration or setup of the entities in the system, leading to conflicts in the metadata.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another, it could lead to inconsistencies if the same text was defined in both systems.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Identify the Entities: Use the information provided in the error message to identify the entities involved (replace &1 and &2 with the actual entity names).
  Check Deviating Text: Review the deviating text (&3) for both entities in the context (&4) to understand why they are conflicting.
  Modify the Text: Change the deviating text for one of the entities to ensure that they are unique within the specified context. This can be done in the relevant configuration or data definition.
  Consistency Check: After making changes, perform a consistency check in the system to ensure that there are no further conflicts.
  Transport Management: If the issue arose due to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that the entities are consistent across systems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Core Data Services and Business Object Model to understand how entities and contexts are defined and managed.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK161 error and ensure that your entities are correctly configured without conflicts.