How To Fix EU702 - & already exists as &; choose another name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 702

• Message text: & already exists as &; choose another name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU702 - & already exists as &; choose another name ?

  The SAP error message EU702 typically indicates that there is an attempt to create an object (such as a table, view, or other database object) with a name that already exists in the system. The message usually states something like "already exists as &; choose another name," where "&" represents the name of the existing object.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the name you are trying to use for a new object is already taken by another object in the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Creating a new database table or view with a name that is already in use.
  Attempting to define a new data element, domain, or other object types with a name that conflicts with existing ones.
  Importing or transporting objects that have naming conflicts with existing objects in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EU702 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for the existing object with the same name. This will help you identify what is already using that name.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different Name: 
  
  If you find that the name is indeed taken, you will need to choose a different name for your new object. Ensure that the new name adheres to SAP naming conventions.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete Existing Object: 
  
  If the existing object is no longer needed, you may consider renaming or deleting it. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may affect other parts of the system that depend on that object.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues: 
  
  If this error occurs during a transport, ensure that the transport does not contain objects that conflict with existing ones in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or development team for best practices regarding naming conventions and object management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for various object types to avoid conflicts in the future.
  Object Dependencies: Understand the dependencies between objects in SAP, as renaming or deleting objects can have cascading effects.
  Transport Management: Be aware of how transports work in SAP, especially when moving objects between different environments (development, quality assurance, production).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EU702 error and successfully create or modify your SAP objects.