How To Fix DA526 - Several DDL sources exist for view & (&); definition is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DA - Dictionary: Compare, distribution, timer, instantiation

• Message number: 526

• Message text: Several DDL sources exist for view & (&); definition is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DA526 - Several DDL sources exist for view & (&); definition is not unique ?

  The SAP error message DA526 indicates that there are multiple Data Definition Language (DDL) sources for a view, and the definition is not unique. This typically occurs when there are multiple database objects (like tables or views) that have the same name or when there are conflicting definitions in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Objects: There are multiple database objects (tables, views) with the same name in different schemas or packages.
  Conflicting Definitions: The view is defined in such a way that it references multiple sources that have conflicting definitions.
  Transport Issues: If objects were transported from one system to another, it might lead to inconsistencies in definitions.
  Development Errors: During development, if multiple developers create similar views without proper coordination, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check for duplicate objects with the same name. You can also use SQL queries to find duplicates in the database.
  Review View Definition: Check the definition of the view in question. Ensure that it references only one source for each of its components.
  Adjust Naming Conventions: If duplicates are found, consider renaming the objects to avoid conflicts.
  Delete or Merge: If duplicates are unnecessary, you may delete the redundant objects or merge their definitions if applicable.
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that they did not introduce conflicting definitions.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to understand how the conflicting definitions arose.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Program).
  Database Views: Understand how database views work in SAP and how they are defined.
  Naming Conventions: Establish clear naming conventions in your development environment to avoid such conflicts in the future.
  Change Management: Implement a change management process to track changes in database objects and avoid conflicts during development.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DA526 error and ensure that your view definitions are unique and correctly defined.