How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR056 - Custom Field &1: Duplicate description for code &2 language &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR - Custom Fields: Repository Handler

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Custom Field &1: Duplicate description for code &2 language &3.

What causes this issue?

Property <ZK>Code</> &V2& has already a property <ZK>Description</> set
for property <ZK>Language</> &V3& in entity set <ZK>CodeListDescriptions
</>. It was tried to set another property <ZK>Description </>&V4&.

System Response

System revokes creation of custom field &V1&

How to fix this error?

Remove the duplicative property <ZK>Description</> in entity set
<ZK>CodeListDescriptions</> for property <ZK>Code</> &V2& in property
<ZK>Language</> &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR056 - Custom Field &1: Duplicate description for code &2 language &3. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_HNDLR056 indicates that there is a duplicate description for a custom field in the specified language. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a custom field in the SAP system, and the description you are providing already exists for that field in the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Descriptions: The most common cause is that the description you are trying to assign to the custom field already exists in the system for the same field and language.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings in your SAP environment may not be configured correctly, leading to confusion about existing descriptions.
  Data Migration or Import Issues: If you are importing data or migrating from another system, there may be conflicts with existing descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Descriptions:
  
  Navigate to the custom field definition in the SAP system and check if the description you are trying to use already exists for that field in the specified language.
  If it does exist, you can either modify the existing description or choose a different description for your new custom field.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicates, you can either modify the existing description to make it unique or delete the unnecessary duplicate entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Descriptions:
  
  When creating or modifying custom fields, ensure that the descriptions you use are unique across the same language to avoid this error.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that your language settings are correct and that you are working in the intended language environment.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing custom fields and their descriptions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Custom Fields: Custom fields in SAP allow users to extend the standard data model to meet specific business requirements.
  Language Management: SAP supports multiple languages, and managing descriptions in different languages is crucial for global implementations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.