How To Fix DT816 - The selected name has already been assigned to a view


DT816 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: DT - Table activation (incl. indexes)

  • Message number: 816

  • Message text: The selected name has already been assigned to a view

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  • What causes this issue?

    You selected a name for the <DS:TX.APPEND-STRUKTUR>append</> to be
    created whose first seven characters correspond to the name of an
    existing view.

    System Response

    You cannot create an <DS:TX.APPEND-STRUKTUR>append</> with this name.

    How to fix this error?

    Choose a different name.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DT816 - The selected name has already been assigned to a view ?
    The SAP error message DT816, which states "The selected name has already been assigned to a view," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a view in the Data Dictionary (SE11) or when working with database views in SAP. This error indicates that the name you are trying to use for a new view is already in use by another view or object in the system.
    
    Cause: Name Conflict: The most common cause of this error is that the name you are trying to assign to your new view is already being used by an existing view or database object. Transport Issues: Sometimes, if you are working in a development environment and there are transport requests that have not been released or imported, it may lead to conflicts with existing objects. Namespace Issues: If you are using a custom namespace, ensure that the name you are trying to use does not

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