How To Fix CRM_DYN_NAVIGATION006 - Combination Object Type / Object Action Already Exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_DYN_NAVIGATION - Messages for dynmic navigtion within the WebClient

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Combination Object Type / Object Action Already Exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_DYN_NAVIGATION006 - Combination Object Type / Object Action Already Exists ?

  The SAP error message CRM_DYN_NAVIGATION006 ("Combination Object Type / Object Action Already Exists") typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when there is an attempt to create or define a navigation action that already exists for a specific object type. This can happen during configuration or customization processes, particularly when working with dynamic navigation or customizing the user interface.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing entry for the same combination of object type and object action in the system. This can happen if the same navigation action has been defined multiple times.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there might be conflicts or duplicates if the same configuration was already present in the target system.
  Incorrect Customization: Errors in customizing the navigation settings or incorrect entries in the configuration tables can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Configurations: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the object types and actions are defined.
  Look for the specific object type and action combination that is causing the error. If it already exists, you may need to modify or delete the duplicate entry.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Duplicates: 
  
  If you find that the combination already exists, you can either delete the duplicate entry or modify it to avoid the conflict.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport requests to ensure that they did not inadvertently create duplicates.
  If necessary, revert the changes or adjust the transport to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to CRM navigation and object actions for any specific guidelines or known issues.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: 
  
  If there is custom code involved in the navigation actions, review it to ensure that it is not inadvertently creating duplicates.
  
  
  
  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.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for navigating through configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, test the navigation actions to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration.