How To Fix E4073 - Enter a unique program name

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 that the name follows the SAP naming conventions (e.g., starting with a letter, followed by letters, numbers, or underscores).
  Check Existing Programs: Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to search for existing programs. You can use the search functionality to see if the name you want is already in use.
  Use a Namespace: If your organization uses a specific namespace for custom developments, ensure that you are using the correct prefix for your program name.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about naming conventions or namespaces, consult your organization's development guidelines or SAP documentation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for programs, function modules, classes, etc. This will help you avoid conflicts in the future.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to manage your programs.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember that your changes will need to be transported to other environments (e.g., QA, Production) using transport requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E4073 error and successfully create or modify your program in SAP.