How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E262 - Longtext for &1 object &4 is identical to technical name.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 262

• Message text: Longtext for &1 object &4 is identical to technical name.

What causes this issue?

This problem occurs because for &v1& object &v4&, in the corresponding t
ext table is the long description the same like the technical name,
according to the version.
Object ID: &v4&.
Message no. CONT_TOOLS_E262.

How to fix this error?

Please, edit the &v1& object &v4& and add the text in master language
&v3&.

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 CONT_TOOLS_E262 - Longtext for &1 object &4 is identical to technical name. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E262 indicates that the long text for a specific object (identified by &1 and &4 in the message) is identical to its technical name. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP's transport management system or when working with certain development objects, such as programs, function modules, or other repository objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because SAP expects the long text (description) of an object to provide meaningful information that differs from the technical name. If the long text is set to be the same as the technical name, it can lead to confusion and is not considered a best practice in SAP development.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to change the long text of the object so that it is different from the technical name. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which object is causing the error by looking at the values of &1 (object type) and &4 (object name).
  
  
  Access the Object: Use the appropriate transaction code to access the object in question. For example, if it's a program, you might use transaction SE38.
  
  
  Edit the Long Text:
  
  Navigate to the long text or description field of the object.
  Change the long text to provide a meaningful description that is different from the technical name.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After updating the long text, save your changes.
  
  
  Transport Request: If applicable, ensure that the changes are included in a transport request if you are working in a transport environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Best Practices: It is a best practice in SAP development to ensure that long texts provide clear and descriptive information about the object, which aids in understanding and maintenance.
  Documentation: Always document changes made to objects, especially in a team environment, to ensure that other developers understand the purpose of the object.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS_E262 error and ensure that your SAP objects have meaningful long texts.