How To Fix SDDL_PARSER_MSG005 - The name & is not unique

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SDDL_PARSER_MSG - Message Class for DDL Parser

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The name & is not unique

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG005 - The name & is not unique ?

  The SAP error message SDDL_PARSER_MSG005 indicates that there is a naming conflict in the system, meaning that the name you are trying to use is not unique. This can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying objects like roles, authorization profiles, or other entities within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Names: The most common cause is that the name you are trying to use already exists in the system. This could be due to:
  
  An existing role or authorization object with the same name.
  A naming convention violation where multiple objects are created with similar names.
  
  
  
  Namespace Issues: If you are working in a system that uses namespaces, the name might conflict with another object in a different namespace.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If you are importing objects from a transport request, there might be conflicts with existing objects in the target system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: 
  
  Use transaction codes like PFCG (for roles) or SU21 (for authorization objects) to search for existing objects with the same name.
  If you find a duplicate, consider renaming your new object to something unique.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Naming Convention: 
  
  Implement a naming convention that ensures uniqueness, such as including a prefix or suffix that identifies the object creator or purpose.
  
  
  
  Namespace Management: 
  
  If applicable, ensure that you are using the correct namespace for your objects. If you are in a custom namespace, make sure the name does not conflict with standard SAP objects.
  
  
  
  Transport Management: 
  
  If the error occurs during a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that there are no conflicts with existing objects in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or community forums for any specific guidelines related to the object type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PFCG: Role maintenance
  SU01: User maintenance
  SU21: Authorization object maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SDDL_PARSER_MSG005 error and ensure that the names you are using in your SAP system are unique.