How To Fix DDLS313 - Object & of type & was already created in DDL source & (newest version)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Object & of type & was already created in DDL source & (newest version)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS313 - Object & of type & was already created in DDL source & (newest version) ?

  The SAP error message DDLS313 indicates that there is an attempt to create an object (like a table, view, or other database object) that already exists in the Data Definition Language (DDL) source. This typically occurs during the activation or generation of database objects in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create a database object that already exists in the database.
  There may be a version conflict where the object has been modified or created in a different transport request or development environment.
  The object might have been created manually in the database outside of the SAP system, leading to a mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DDLS313 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility) to check if the object already exists in the database.
  If it exists, verify if it is the correct version or if it needs to be modified.
  
  
  
  Delete or Rename:
  
  If the object is not needed, you can delete it from the database.
  If you need to keep the existing object, consider renaming the new object you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  Ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed. If the object was created in a different transport, make sure that the transport has been imported into the target system.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Versions:
  
  If the object has been modified, ensure that the latest version is activated. You can do this by checking the activation status in SE11.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency:
  
  Run the database consistency checks using transaction SE14 to ensure that the database is in a consistent state.
  
  
  
  Review DDL Source:
  
  If you are working with DDL sources, review the source code to ensure that there are no conflicting definitions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on DDL and database object management for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or consulting SAP support for further assistance.