How To Fix FINB_GN111 - Logical name &1 is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_GN - Messages from the Generator

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Logical name &1 is not unique

What causes this issue?

The logical name &V1& is assigned to objects &V2& and &V3&

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?

It is possible that the only affected objects are those that are <ZH>not
</> used in the live system. Check the functionality of your
applications. If <ZH>no</> problems occur, you can ignore this message.
A correction is necessary with the following problems (with error
messages):
FINB_GN026: Logical name ... is not unique - system error
FINB_GN050: No logical name assigned to object
For further assistance, please contact the Hotline.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_GN111 - Logical name &1 is not unique ?

  The SAP error message FINB_GN111 indicates that there is a problem with the logical name specified in the system. The message states that the logical name you are trying to use is not unique, meaning that there are multiple entries in the system with the same logical name, which can lead to confusion and errors in processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple entries in the relevant configuration tables (such as the logical names table) that have the same logical name.
  Incorrect Configuration: The logical name may have been incorrectly configured or entered multiple times during system setup or maintenance.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it is possible that duplicates were created during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check the relevant tables (e.g., T001, T001W, or any specific table related to logical names) for duplicate entries.
  Look for the logical name specified in the error message and see if it appears more than once.
  
  
  
  Remove or Rename Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates are found, you will need to either delete or rename the duplicate entries to ensure that each logical name is unique.
  Make sure to back up any important data before making changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling) to ensure that logical names are set up correctly and uniquely.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Check SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance on logical names and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you navigate and troubleshoot issues related to logical names.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and data in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.