How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN073 - An object with the same name already exists for set type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 073

• Message text: An object with the same name already exists for set type &

What causes this issue?

An object with the same name already exists for set type &V1&.

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?

Choose another name for the set type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN073 - An object with the same name already exists for set type & ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN073 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an object (such as a characteristic or attribute) in a set type that already has an object with the same name. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when working with characteristics in the context of variant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Object Name: You are trying to create a new object (like a characteristic) with a name that already exists in the specified set type.
  Incorrect Set Type: The set type you are working with may already contain an object with the same name, leading to a conflict.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that are causing the system to misinterpret the existing objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects:
  
  Navigate to the relevant set type in the SAP system and check for existing objects with the same name.
  Use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) or CL02 (for classes) to view existing entries.
  
  
  
  Rename the New Object:
  
  If you find that an object with the same name already exists, consider renaming the new object to a unique name that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Object:
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you can delete it or modify its name to free up the name for the new object.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If this error occurs during a transport process, ensure that the transport request does not contain conflicting objects. You may need to adjust the transport request or resolve conflicts in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific set type you are working with for any additional guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CT04 for creating and managing characteristics, CL02 for class management, and CL03 for displaying classes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify objects in the specified set type.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.