How To Fix E4073 - Enter a unique program name

E4073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E4 - Program maintenance functions within development system

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Enter a unique program name

What causes this issue?

You tried to copy or rename a program which contains includes.
The program names you chose are not unique.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Please choose unique names for all programs.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E4073 - Enter a unique program name ?

  The SAP error message E4073, which states "Enter a unique program name," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a program in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE38 or SE80) and the program name you have entered is not unique. This means that there is already an existing program with the same name in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Program Name: The most common cause is that the program name you are trying to use is already taken by another program in the system.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for programs, and if the name does not adhere to these conventions, it may lead to conflicts.
  Namespace Issues: If you are working in a system with multiple namespaces, you might be trying to create a program in a namespace that is already occupied.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose a Unique Name: The simplest solution is to select a different, unique name for your program. Ensure