How To Fix KX589 - Field &1 exists as &2 in field catalog -> Choose another name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 589

• Message text: Field &1 exists as &2 in field catalog -> Choose another name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX589 - Field &1 exists as &2 in field catalog -> Choose another name ?

  The SAP error message KX589 indicates that there is a conflict in the field catalog where a field name you are trying to use already exists with a different type or definition. This typically occurs when you are working with reports, data extraction, or any scenario where you are defining fields in a catalog.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to define a field in a report or data structure that has the same name as an existing field in the field catalog, but the existing field has a different data type or structure.
  There is a naming conflict due to the use of reserved names or previously defined fields in the same context.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Names: Review the field names you are using in your report or data structure. Ensure that the name you are trying to use does not already exist in the