How To Fix KX402 - Name & already used for a constant

KX402 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Name & already used for a constant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX402 - Name & already used for a constant ?

  The SAP error message KX402 ("Name & already used for a constant") typically occurs in the context of SAP's CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with cost elements, cost centers, or other master data where constants are defined.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that you are trying to create or modify a constant (such as a cost element or a cost center) with a name that is already in use for another constant. In SAP, each constant must have a unique identifier, and reusing an existing name will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KX402 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Constants:
  
  Use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Element) or KS02 (Change Cost Element) to check if the name you are trying to use is already assigned to another constant.
  You can also use transaction KSH1 (Create Cost Center) or KSH2 (Change Cost Center) for cost centers.
  
  
  
  Rename or Choose a Different Name:
  
  If the name