How To Fix E0467 - Assign different names to the segment type and segment name

E0467 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 467

• Message text: Assign different names to the segment type and segment name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0467 - Assign different names to the segment type and segment name ?

  The SAP error message E0467, which states "Assign different names to the segment type and segment name," typically occurs in the context of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) or Intermediate Document (IDoc) processing. This error indicates that there is a naming conflict between the segment type and the segment name in the IDoc structure.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the segment type and segment name are identical. In SAP IDoc processing, each segment must have a unique identifier to avoid confusion during data processing. If both the segment type and segment name are the same, the system cannot differentiate between them, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the segment type and segment name are distinct. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Segment: Determine which segment is causing the error. This can usually be found in the error message details or logs.
  
  
  Modify the Segment Definition:
  
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