How To Fix NP205 - & already active and reserved (If possible, select another name)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: NP - New checks in the activating program

• Message number: 205

• Message text: & already active and reserved (If possible, select another name)

What causes this issue?

A name that is a reserved word in the database was chosen for a field.
In some database systems, this may result in problems when working with
the table.

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?

If the table does not yet contain any data, change the field name. You
will then need to activate the table again. If the table is a
transparent table, the database representation will be deleted and
recreated.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message NP205 - & already active and reserved (If possible, select another name) ?

  The SAP error message NP205 typically indicates that there is an issue with the naming or reservation of a particular object, such as a project, order, or another entity within the SAP system. The message "already active and reserved (If possible, select another name)" suggests that the name you are trying to use is already in use or reserved for another object, which prevents you from creating or modifying the object with that name.
  
  Cause:
  
  Name Conflict: The name you are trying to use is already assigned to another active object in the system.
  Reservation: The object may be reserved for a specific purpose or by another user, preventing you from using that name.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or restrictions in place that limit the naming conventions or availability of certain names.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose a Different Name: The simplest solution is to select a different name for the object you are trying to