How To Fix GS045 - Symbolic set line name & already exists several times

GS045 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GS - Sets

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Symbolic set line name & already exists several times

What causes this issue?

A symbolic line name that is already being used for another set line
or in the set header
has been assigned for a set line. This is not allowed because the
symbolic line names are used for the unique identification of set lines
(within Report Writer formulas).

System Response

The system rejects this double usage of the symbolic line name.

How to fix this error?

Remove the symbolic line name or replace it with one not used in the
set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GS045 - Symbolic set line name & already exists several times ?

  The SAP error message GS045, which states "Symbolic set line name & already exists several times," typically occurs in the context of SAP's graphical user interface or when working with symbolic sets in the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a duplicate entry for a symbolic set line name in the system, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The primary cause of this error is that the same symbolic set line name has been defined multiple times within the same context or area of the SAP system.
  
  Configuration Issues: It may arise from incorrect configuration settings or data entry errors during the setup of symbolic sets.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it could lead to conflicts if the same symbolic set line name exists in both systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Check the configuration or the relevant tables where symbolic sets are defined