How To Fix R7I307 - Nodes have been renamed (names already exist); modify as required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7I - InfoProvider

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Nodes have been renamed (names already exist); modify as required

What causes this issue?

Node names in a hierarchy must be unique. Due to the drag and drop
operation, nodes have been transferred for which names already exist.
The names of these nodes have been given the prefix '%'

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?

Either rename the nodes using new names or remove the nodes from the
hierarchy.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7I307 - Nodes have been renamed (names already exist); modify as required ?

  The SAP error message R7I307 indicates that there is a conflict with node names in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's data modeling or configuration, where nodes (such as those in a hierarchy or structure) have been renamed, but the new names already exist in the system. This can lead to ambiguity and conflicts in the data structure.
  Cause:
  
  Node Renaming: Nodes in a hierarchy or structure have been renamed, but the new names are already in use by other nodes.
  Duplicate Names: The system does not allow duplicate names for nodes, which is why the error is triggered.
  Data Model Changes: Changes made to the data model or configuration without ensuring that the new names are unique.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Conflicting Nodes: Check the nodes that have been renamed and identify which existing nodes have the same names.
  Rename Nodes: Modify the names of the conflicting nodes to ensure that all node names are unique. This can be done by:
  
  Changing the name of the newly renamed nodes to something unique.
  If necessary, also consider renaming the existing nodes if they are not critical.
  
  
  Review Hierarchy/Structure: Ensure that the overall structure or hierarchy is still valid after renaming. This may involve checking dependencies or relationships between nodes.
  Test Changes: After making the changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for your specific module or application to understand the context of node management and naming conventions.
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes (like SE11 for data dictionary objects, or SE80 for object navigator) to manage and modify the nodes.
  Support Notes: Check SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address similar issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the R7I307 error and ensure that your node names are unique within the SAP system.