How To Fix PEP085 - The name & was already used

PEP085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 085

• Message text: The name & was already used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP085 - The name & was already used ?

  The SAP error message PEP085, which states "The name & was already used," typically occurs in the context of SAP Project System (PS) or when dealing with project elements such as WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) elements, networks, or activities. This error indicates that the name you are trying to use for a project element is already in use, which violates the uniqueness requirement for names within the same project or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The most common cause is that you are attempting to create a new project element (like a WBS element or activity) with a name that already exists in the same project or hierarchy.
  Naming Conventions: There may be specific naming conventions or restrictions in place that prevent the use of certain names.
  Data Consistency: The system may have data integrity checks that prevent duplicate entries to maintain consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Names: Review the existing project elements to see if the name