How To Fix RSWADMDERR1268 - Duplicate item name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Duplicate item name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSWADMDERR1268 - Duplicate item name ?

  The SAP error message RSWADMDERR1268, which indicates a "Duplicate item name," typically occurs in the context of SAP's data warehousing or data modeling environments, such as SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP HANA. This error arises when there are two or more items (like InfoObjects, attributes, or other entities) with the same name within the same context or namespace, which leads to ambiguity in data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Naming: The most common cause is that two or more objects (e.g., InfoObjects, attributes, or key figures) have been created with the same name in the same data model or InfoProvider.
  Importing Objects: If you are importing objects from another system or transport request, it may lead to conflicts if the same names already exist in the target system.
  Development Errors: During the development phase, developers might inadvertently create objects with the same name.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Duplicates: 
  
  Check the data model or InfoProvider where the error is occurring. Look for objects with the same name.
  Use transaction codes like RSA1 (for BW) to navigate to the relevant InfoObjects or data models and check for duplicates.
  
  
  
  Rename Objects: 
  
  If duplicates are found, rename one of the conflicting objects to ensure that all names are unique. This can be done in the object properties or settings.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Objects: 
  
  If one of the duplicates is not needed, consider deleting it to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the issue arises during a transport, ensure that the transport request does not contain objects that conflict with existing ones in the target system.
  
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: 
  
  Implement and adhere to a naming convention for objects to avoid future conflicts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices for data modeling.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSWADMDERR1268 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.