How To Fix GLE_PER_ECS_ACP_VIM101 - Function &1 exists more than once in BRFplus.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_PER_ECS_ACP_VIM - ACP Maintenance Screens

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Function &1 exists more than once in BRFplus.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_PER_ECS_ACP_VIM101 - Function &1 exists more than once in BRFplus. ?

  The SAP error message "GLE_PER_ECS_ACP_VIM101 Function &1 exists more than once in BRFplus" typically indicates that there is a duplicate function name in the Business Rule Framework (BRFplus) configuration. This can occur when multiple functions are created with the same name, which leads to ambiguity when the system tries to reference or execute the function.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Function Names: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple functions defined in BRFplus with the same name. This can happen due to:
  
  Manual creation of functions without checking for existing names.
  Importing or migrating BRFplus applications that contain functions with overlapping names.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Functions:
  
  Go to the BRFplus workbench (transaction code BRF+).
  Navigate to the relevant application or function group.
  Search for the function name mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find multiple functions with the same name, you can either:
  
  Rename the duplicate functions to ensure that each function has a unique name.
  Delete the unnecessary duplicates if they are not needed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Before deleting or renaming functions, check if there are any dependencies or references to those functions in other rules or applications to avoid breaking existing logic.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making changes, test the BRFplus application to ensure that the error is resolved and that the functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made to avoid similar issues in the future and to maintain clarity in the BRFplus configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRFplus Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BRFplus documentation provided by SAP for best practices in naming conventions and managing functions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  Version Control: If you are working in a team, consider implementing version control for BRFplus applications to track changes and avoid duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your BRFplus functions are correctly configured without duplicates.