How To Fix NAVIGATION_PROFILE010 - Profiles with the same name will be overwritten

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NAVIGATION_PROFILE - Navigation Profile

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Profiles with the same name will be overwritten

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NAVIGATION_PROFILE010 - Profiles with the same name will be overwritten ?

  The SAP error message NAVIGATION_PROFILE010 indicates that there are multiple navigation profiles with the same name in the system. This situation can lead to confusion and potential data loss, as the system may overwrite one profile with another when they share the same identifier.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Profile Creation: Two or more navigation profiles have been created with the same name, either by different users or through system imports.
  Transport Issues: If profiles are transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), and the same profile name exists in both systems, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration or manual changes in the navigation profile settings can also result in duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the NAVIGATION_PROFILE010 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Profiles:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to search for navigation profiles.
  Check the relevant tables (e.g., TSTC, TSTCT, or specific navigation profile tables) to identify profiles with the same name.
  
  
  
  Rename or Delete Duplicates:
  
  If you find duplicate profiles, consider renaming one of them to avoid conflicts.
  If a duplicate is not needed, you can delete it. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that the profile is not in use.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose from a transport, review the transport requests to ensure that profiles are not being unintentionally overwritten.
  Adjust the transport configuration to prevent duplicates from being imported.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Naming Conventions:
  
  Implement a naming convention for navigation profiles to avoid future conflicts.
  Document the profiles and their purposes to ensure clarity among users.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the navigation profiles to ensure they function as expected and that no data has been lost.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE80, PFCG (for role maintenance), and SU01 (for user maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to navigation profiles.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to create and manage navigation profiles to prevent unauthorized duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the NAVIGATION_PROFILE010 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.