How To Fix KE185 - Field &1 has already been defined


KE185 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: KE -

  • Message number: 185

  • Message text: Field &1 has already been defined

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  • What causes this issue?

    The field &V1& has already been defined for the use &V2&.

    System Response

    No database changes were made.

    How to fix this error?

    No further actions are necessary.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE185 - Field &1 has already been defined ?
    The SAP error message KE185 ("Field &1 has already been defined") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to define or modify a characteristic in a CO object, such as a cost center or internal order, and the system detects that the field you are trying to define has already been defined elsewhere.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the field you are trying to define has already been defined in the same context or in a related context. This can happen if you are trying to create a new characteristic that has the same name or identifier as an existing one.
    Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the same field is being referenced multiple times. Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and have transported changes to a production environment, there may be conflicts

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