How To Fix R1361 - View &2 appears more than once on screen &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 361

• Message text: View &2 appears more than once on screen &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1361 - View &2 appears more than once on screen &1 ?

  The SAP error message R1361, which states "View &2 appears more than once on screen &1," typically occurs when a particular view is being called multiple times on the same screen in a SAP transaction. This can lead to confusion and conflicts in the user interface, as the system does not know which instance of the view to display or interact with.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate View Definition: The same view is defined multiple times in the screen layout or in the screen flow logic.
  Screen Configuration: The screen might be incorrectly configured, leading to the same view being included more than once.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the screen, they might inadvertently cause the same view to be included multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Screen Layout: Review the screen layout in the Screen Painter (SE80 or SE41) to ensure that the view is not added more than once.
  Review Program Logic: If the screen is generated from a program, check the program logic to ensure that the view is not being called multiple times.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace the execution flow and identify where the view is being instantiated multiple times.
  Remove Duplicates: If you find that the view is indeed duplicated, remove the extra instances from the screen layout or the program logic.
  Transport Requests: If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that the transport did not inadvertently include duplicate definitions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE41 (Menu Painter) to check the screen and view definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to screen programming and view management for best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with a developer or SAP support for further assistance.