How To Fix ECN031 - Enter a different name for the configuration

ECN031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECN - Message class for IS-U navigator customizing

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Enter a different name for the configuration

What causes this issue?

You have entered a name that is blocked for internal use.

System Response

The system cannot process your request.

How to fix this error?

Select a different name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECN031 - Enter a different name for the configuration ?

  The SAP error message ECN031, which states "Enter a different name for the configuration," typically occurs when you are trying to create or save a configuration in SAP that has a name that already exists in the system. This can happen in various modules, such as SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with configuration profiles.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Configuration Name: The most common cause of this error is that the configuration name you are trying to use is already taken by another configuration in the system.
  Naming Conventions: Sometimes, the naming conventions or restrictions in your SAP system may prevent you from using certain names.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, you may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify configurations, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Unique Name: The simplest solution is to enter a different, unique name for the configuration you are trying to create. Ensure that the name does not conflict