How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN216 - Change duplicate usages of field name &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Change duplicate usages of field name &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN216 - Change duplicate usages of field name &1 ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN216 indicates that there are duplicate usages of a field name in the context of attribute fragmentation in the SAP system. This typically occurs when you are working with Composite Providers or when defining attributes in a data model, and the same field name is being used multiple times in a way that causes ambiguity.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Field Names: The most common cause of this error is that the same field name is being used in multiple places within the same context, such as in different data sources or in the same data model.
  Inconsistent Data Sources: If you are combining data from multiple sources, and those sources have fields with the same name but different meanings or data types, this can lead to conflicts.
  Modeling Errors: Errors in the modeling of the Composite Provider or InfoProvider can also lead to this issue, especially if the field names are not properly qualified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Rename Fields: The simplest solution is to rename the conflicting fields in your data model or Composite Provider to ensure that each field has a unique name.
  Check Data Sources: Review the data sources being used in your Composite Provider or InfoProvider. Ensure that fields with the same name are not being pulled from different sources unless they are intended to represent the same data.
  Use Aliases: If you need to keep the same field name for some reason, consider using aliases to differentiate between the fields in your model.
  Review the Model: Go through the entire data model to ensure that there are no other instances of duplicate field names that could cause confusion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which you are working.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the data model thoroughly to confirm that the error has been resolved and that the data is being processed correctly.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the duplicate field names and ensuring that your data model is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the COM_ATTRFRG_GEN216 error.