How To Fix RSO_SEGR249 - Field &1.&2 and InfoObject &3.&4 have the same name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_SEGR - Messages for TLOGO = SEGR (Semantic Group of ADSOs)

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Field &1.&2 and InfoObject &3.&4 have the same name

What causes this issue?

The same name is used for an InfoObject and for a field in different
DataStore objects (advanced).
Since the name is the same, the system attempts to map both fields to
the same target field in the CompositeProvider.
This mapping is not possible due to the different object types.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please choose a different name for the field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_SEGR249 - Field &1.&2 and InfoObject &3.&4 have the same name ?

  The SAP error message RSO_SEGR249 indicates that there is a naming conflict between two objects in the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) system. Specifically, it states that two fields (or InfoObjects) have the same name, which can lead to confusion and errors in data processing and reporting.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Duplicate Names: Two different InfoObjects or fields have been created with the same name in the same context (e.g., within the same InfoArea or data model).
  Transport Issues: If objects are transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), naming conflicts can occur if the same names exist in both systems.
  Development Errors: During the development of InfoObjects, developers may inadvertently create objects with identical names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSO_SEGR249 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Conflicting Objects:
  
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the InfoObjects and identify which two objects are causing the conflict.
  The error message will provide the names of the conflicting fields and InfoObjects.
  
  
  
  Rename One of the Objects:
  
  Once you have identified the conflicting objects, you can rename one of them to eliminate the conflict. This can be done in the InfoObject maintenance screen.
  Ensure that the new name is unique and follows your organization's naming conventions.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Before renaming, check if the InfoObject is used in any queries, reports, or data models. If it is, you may need to update those dependencies after renaming.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If the issue arose due to a transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that no duplicate names are being transported.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the affected queries and reports to ensure that they function correctly with the renamed InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Establish and follow strict naming conventions for InfoObjects and fields to avoid future conflicts.
  Documentation: Maintain documentation of InfoObjects and their purposes to help prevent duplicate creations.
  Version Control: Use version control for your BW objects to track changes and avoid conflicts during development and transport processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes and the SAP Community for any updates or similar issues reported by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSO_SEGR249 error and prevent similar issues in the future.