How To Fix OO092 - Method &1 has already been redefined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 092

• Message text: Method &1 has already been redefined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO092 - Method &1 has already been redefined ?

  The SAP error message OO092, which states "Method &1 has already been redefined," typically occurs in the context of ABAP Object-Oriented programming. This error indicates that a method in a class has been defined more than once in a way that is not allowed by the ABAP Object-Oriented programming rules.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Method Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the method has been defined multiple times in the same class or in a subclass that inherits from a superclass.
  Inheritance Issues: If a method is redefined in a subclass but is also defined in the superclass, and there is an attempt to redefine it again in the subclass, this error can occur.
  Incorrect Class Structure: The class structure may have been incorrectly designed, leading to multiple definitions of the same method.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Method Definitions: Review the class definition and ensure that the method is defined only once. If it is intended to be redefined, ensure that it is done correctly according to the inheritance rules.
  Use the REDEFINITION Keyword: If you are intentionally redefining a method from a superclass, make sure to use the REDEFINITION keyword in the subclass method definition.
  Remove Duplicate Definitions: If you find that the method is defined multiple times, remove the duplicate definitions to resolve the conflict.
  Check Inheritance: Ensure that the method is not being redefined in a way that conflicts with the superclass. If you need to change the behavior, use the REDEFINITION keyword appropriately.
  Review Class Hierarchy: If the class is part of a complex hierarchy, review the entire hierarchy to ensure that methods are not being redefined unintentionally.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP ABAP documentation for guidelines on class and method definitions.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues.
  Debugging Tools: Use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the method is being called or redefined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OO092 error and ensure that your class definitions are correct and compliant with ABAP Object-Oriented programming standards.