How To Fix SRF_AUTHORING013 - Element &1 already specified by locator in same presentation file &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRF_AUTHORING - Message class for SRF Authoring

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Element &1 already specified by locator in same presentation file &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING013 - Element &1 already specified by locator in same presentation file &2 ?

  The SAP error message SRF_AUTHORING013 indicates that there is a conflict in the presentation file where an element (identified by &1) has been defined more than once using the same locator in the same presentation file (identified by &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Smart Business or Fiori applications, where presentation files are used to define UI elements.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by:
  
  Duplicate Definitions: The same UI element is defined multiple times in the same presentation file, which leads to ambiguity in how the system should render or process that element.
  Incorrect Locator Usage: The locator used to identify the UI element is not unique, causing the system to find multiple instances of the same element.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Presentation File: Open the presentation file mentioned in the error message (&2) and look for the element (&1). Ensure that it is defined only once.
  
  
  Remove Duplicates: If you find multiple definitions of the same element, remove the duplicates or consolidate them into a single definition.
  
  
  Use Unique Locators: Ensure that each UI element has a unique locator. If you need to define similar elements, consider using different locators or restructuring the presentation file to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making changes, validate the presentation file to ensure that there are no further errors and that the UI behaves as expected.
  
  
  Test the Application: Once the changes are made, test the application to ensure that the error is resolved and that the UI elements are functioning correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for Smart Business or Fiori applications for guidelines on defining presentation files and UI elements.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Debugging Tools: Utilize SAP's debugging tools to trace the execution and identify where the conflict arises in the presentation file.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SRF_AUTHORING013 error and ensure that your presentation files are correctly configured.