How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP397 - System group &1: There is also a product named &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 397

• Message text: System group &1: There is also a product named &1

What causes this issue?

System groups are not allowed to have the same name as products.
However, this is the case for system group &v1&.

System Response

The name of the system group is invalid.

How to fix this error?

Choose a valid name for the system group.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP397 - System group &1: There is also a product named &1 ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP397 indicates that there is a conflict in the naming of objects within the system. Specifically, it suggests that there is a product with the same name as a system group you are trying to create or modify. This can occur in environments where both products and system groups are defined, and they share the same identifier.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the existence of a naming conflict between a product and a system group. When you attempt to create or modify a system group with a name that already exists as a product, SAP raises this error to prevent ambiguity in object identification.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Products and Groups:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the existing products and system groups in your SAP system.
  Look for the product that has the same name as the system group you are trying to create or modify.
  
  
  
  Rename the System Group:
  
  If you find that the name you are trying to use for the system group is already taken by a product, consider renaming the system group to a unique name that does not conflict with existing products.
  
  
  
  Modify the Product Name:
  
  If renaming the system group is not feasible, you may also consider renaming the existing product if it is appropriate and does not affect other processes or users.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to object naming conventions to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Developments:
  
  If your system has custom developments or enhancements, ensure that they are not contributing to the naming conflict.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, and SE80 for object management.
  Naming Conventions: Review SAP's guidelines on naming conventions for objects to avoid future conflicts.
  System Documentation: Keep documentation of existing products and groups updated to prevent naming conflicts during future developments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your work in SAP.