How To Fix RSWADMDERR1101 - Duplicate item names found in item &1 and &2; second instance ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSWADMDERR1 - Web Application Designer 4.0 Error Messages

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Duplicate item names found in item &1 and &2; second instance ignored

What causes this issue?

Your template contains two or more items with identical IDs (id
attribute (id="xx")).

System Response

The runtime will only initialize the first item.

How to fix this error?

Rename one of the items with a unique ID.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1101 - Duplicate item names found in item &1 and &2; second instance ignored ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1101 indicates that there are duplicate item names found in the context of a specific operation, typically related to the SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) environment. This error usually occurs when you are trying to load or process data, and the system detects that two items (e.g., InfoObjects, queries, or other data elements) have the same name, which leads to ambiguity.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the presence of two or more items with the same name in the same context. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate definitions of InfoObjects or other data elements in the data model.
  Incorrectly configured data sources or transformations that lead to naming conflicts.
  Manual errors during the creation or modification of objects in the SAP BW system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSWADMDERR1101 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Duplicate Items:
  
  Check the specific items mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1 and &2) to identify where the duplicates are occurring.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to navigate to the relevant InfoObjects or queries.
  
  
  
  Rename or Remove Duplicates:
  
  If you find that there are indeed duplicates, you can either rename one of the items to ensure uniqueness or remove the unnecessary duplicate if it is not needed.
  Ensure that all references to the renamed item are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Data Sources and Transformations:
  
  Review the data sources and transformations that might be causing the duplication. Ensure that they are correctly configured and do not lead to the creation of duplicate items.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the process that triggered the error to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further guidance, as there may be specific nuances related to your version of SAP BW or BI.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1, RSD1, and RSO1 for managing InfoObjects, data sources, and queries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSWADMDERR1101 error and ensure that your SAP BW or BI environment operates smoothly without naming conflicts.