How To Fix EZ294 - Form routine &1 already exists in program &2

EZ294 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 294

• Message text: Form routine &1 already exists in program &2

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to create a form routine in an ABAP program that
already exists.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_FICA_DWB_ANFORD OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ294 - Form routine &1 already exists in program &2 ?

  The SAP error message EZ294 indicates that there is a conflict due to a form routine (subroutine) that is already defined in a program. This typically occurs when you attempt to create or redefine a form routine that has the same name as an existing one in the same program or in a program that is included in the current program.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Definition: The form routine you are trying to create already exists in the program or in one of its includes.
  Naming Conflicts: If you are working in a development environment, it is possible that multiple developers are trying to create routines with the same name.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting objects between systems, there may be a conflict if the same routine exists in both the source and target systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Routines: Review the program and its includes to see if the form routine already exists. You can do this