How To Fix D0756 - Name range &* is already being used by a view


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: D0 - Machine-level ABAP/4 Dictionary texts (e.g. debugging)

  • Message number: 756

  • Message text: Name range &* is already being used by a view

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  • What causes this issue?

    Matchcode IDs and views are in the same name range. As soon as a view
    with a five position name exists, no matchcode object may be created
    which corresponds with the view name in its first four positions.
    The reason for this is that an ID for this matchcode object might
    correspond exactly to the view name.

    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?


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D0756 - Name range &* is already being used by a view ?
    The SAP error message D0756 indicates that there is a naming conflict in the system. Specifically, it means that the name range you are trying to use is already being utilized by a view in the SAP system. This can occur when you attempt to create or modify a view, table, or other database object using a name that is already in use.
    
    Cause: Naming Conflict: The name you are trying to use for your new view or object is already assigned to an existing view or database object. Namespace Issues: If you are working in a development environment, the naming conventions or namespaces may not be properly managed, leading to conflicts. Transport Issues: If objects were transported from one system to another, there may be conflicts with existing objects.
    Solution: Check Existing Objects: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check if the name you are trying to use is

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