How To Fix OO714 - Event &1 already exists in interface &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OO - Class Builder/API

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Event &1 already exists in interface &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OO714 - Event &1 already exists in interface &2 ?

  The SAP error message OO714, which states "Event &1 already exists in interface &2," typically occurs when you are trying to define an event in an interface that has already been defined. This can happen in the context of ABAP programming, particularly when working with interfaces and events in class definitions.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Event Definition: The most common cause of this error is that the event you are trying to define in the interface has already been defined previously. In ABAP, each event in an interface must have a unique name.
  Incorrect Interface Usage: You might be trying to implement or redefine an interface that already contains the event, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Events: Review the interface definition to see if the event you are trying to create already exists. You can do this by navigating to the interface in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE11) and checking the list of events.
  Rename the Event: If you find that the event already exists and you need to create a new one, consider renaming your event to something unique.
  Remove Duplicate Definition: If the event is defined in your code but is not needed, you can remove the duplicate definition.
  Interface Implementation: If you are implementing an interface in a class, ensure that you are not trying to redefine an event that is already part of the interface.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on interfaces and events in ABAP.
  SAP Community: You can search for discussions or similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other developers may have encountered and resolved similar problems.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the duplicate definition is coming from, you can use debugging tools in the ABAP Workbench to trace the event definitions and see where the conflict arises.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OO714 error and successfully define your events in the interface.