How To Fix DDL_REPAIR076 - Object &1 already exist in current unit test

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDL_REPAIR - Message Class for Transaction CDS_REPAIR

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Object &1 already exist in current unit test

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDL_REPAIR076 - Object &1 already exist in current unit test ?

  The SAP error message DDL_REPAIR076 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an object (like a table, view, or other database object) that already exists in the current unit test context. This typically occurs during the execution of unit tests in ABAP when the test framework tries to set up the environment for the test but finds that the object it is trying to create is already present.
  Cause:
  
  Object Already Exists: The most common cause is that the object (e.g., a database table or view) has already been created in the database during a previous test run or in the current session.
  Test Setup Issues: The test setup might not be properly cleaning up after itself, leaving behind objects that should be dropped or recreated for each test run.
  Concurrent Test Execution: If multiple tests are running concurrently, they might interfere with each other by trying to create the same object at the same time.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Object Existence: Before creating the object in your test, check if it already exists. You can use a conditional statement to drop the object if it exists before creating it again.
  IF cl_abap_typedescr=>describe_by_name( 'YOUR_OBJECT_NAME' ) IS NOT INITIAL.
    " Drop the object or handle accordingly
  ENDIF.
  
  
  Cleanup in Teardown: Ensure that your unit test has a proper teardown method that cleans up any objects created during the test. This can help prevent leftover objects from causing issues in subsequent test runs.
  METHOD teardown.
    " Drop the object if it exists
  ENDMETHOD.
  
  
  Use Unique Names: If applicable, consider using unique names for objects created during tests to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Isolation of Tests: Ensure that tests are isolated from each other. This can be done by using different schemas or namespaces if your testing framework supports it.
  
  
  Review Test Framework Configuration: Check the configuration of your test framework to ensure it is set up correctly to handle object creation and cleanup.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit Testing in ABAP: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP Unit Testing framework, which provides tools and methods for writing and executing unit tests.
  Database Object Management: Understand how to manage database objects in ABAP, including creation, modification, and deletion.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the error message DDL_REPAIR076, as well as the official SAP documentation for best practices in unit testing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDL_REPAIR076 error and ensure that your unit tests run smoothly without conflicts related to existing objects.