How To Fix GG784 - Same data element for fields & and &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 784

• Message text: Same data element for fields & and &

What causes this issue?

Fields &V1& und &V2& (receiver field and sender field) in summary table
&V4& use the same data element &V3&. This can result in inconsistencies
in reporting (report/report interface). In addition, you cannot
differentiate the two fields on selection screens, since the texts are
taken from the same data element.

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?

Use separate data elements for the sender and receiver fields. You can
enter the suitable data element in the maintenance of the totals record
table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG784 - Same data element for fields & and & ?

  The SAP error message GG784 indicates that there is a conflict due to the use of the same data element for multiple fields in a table or structure. This can occur when you are trying to create or modify a table or structure in the Data Dictionary (SE11) and two or more fields are assigned the same data element, which is not allowed in certain contexts.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Data Elements: The same data element is being used for multiple fields in a table or structure.
  Field Definition Conflict: The fields may have different attributes or purposes, but they are incorrectly assigned the same data element.
  Inconsistent Field Usage: The fields may be intended for different uses but are not properly differentiated in the data dictionary.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the fields in the table or structure to identify where the same data element is being used.
  Create a New Data Element: If the fields are intended to serve different purposes, create a new data element for one of the fields. This can be done in transaction SE11 by defining a new data element that meets the specific requirements of the field.
  Modify Field Assignments: Change the assignment of one of the fields to a different data element that is appropriate for its intended use.
  Consistency Check: After making changes, perform a consistency check on the table or structure to ensure that there are no further conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view and modify table and field definitions.
  Data Element Definition: Data elements define the technical attributes of fields, including data type, length, and possible value ranges.
  Field Attributes: Ensure that the attributes of the fields are consistent with their intended use, including data type and length.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on data dictionary management and best practices.
  
  By addressing the conflict indicated by the GG784 error message, you can ensure that your data model is correctly defined and that the fields serve their intended purposes without ambiguity.