How To Fix LR224 - &1 field already used to define additional field &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 224

• Message text: &1 field already used to define additional field &2

What causes this issue?

You cannot use the field &V1& twice when defining an additional field.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR224 - &1 field already used to define additional field &2 ?

  The SAP error message LR224, which states "Field &1 already used to define additional field &2," typically occurs in the context of data dictionary definitions, particularly when working with structures or tables in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11).
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to define an additional field in a structure or table that has already been defined using the same field name. In SAP, each field in a structure or table must have a unique name. If you try to reuse a field name that is already associated with another field in the same context, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve the LR224 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definitions: Go to the Data Dictionary (SE11) and check the structure or table where the error occurred. Look for the field names that are already defined.
  
  
  Rename the Field: If you find that the field name you are trying to use is already in use, consider renaming the new field to something unique that does not conflict with existing field names.
  
  
  Review Additional Fields: If you are defining additional fields in a structure or table, ensure that none of the additional fields are using names that are already defined in the base structure or table.
  
  
  Consistency Check: After making changes, perform a consistency check on the structure or table to ensure that there are no other conflicts or issues.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are included in the appropriate transport request for moving to other environments (like QA or Production).
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view and modify table definitions and structures.
  Field Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for fields to avoid conflicts in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data dictionary objects and field definitions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance, as they may have additional insights or access to logs that can help diagnose the issue.