How To Fix SRTM056 - A class with the same name already exists outside the RTM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRTM - Runtime Monitor Messages

• Message number: 056

• Message text: A class with the same name already exists outside the RTM

What causes this issue?

You tried to create an RTM test. An identically-named ABAP Objects class
was created in the process. The creation of the class failed, since
there is already a class with this name in the system.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a different name for your RTM test.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRTM056 - A class with the same name already exists outside the RTM ?

  The SAP error message SRTM056 indicates that there is a conflict due to the existence of a class with the same name in the system, which is outside the Runtime Model (RTM). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's integration and web service frameworks, particularly when dealing with service definitions and mappings.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Class Name Conflict: The error arises when you attempt to create or register a class in the RTM that has the same name as an existing class in the system. This can happen if:
  
  You have multiple versions of a service or class.
  There is a naming collision due to custom developments or third-party integrations.
  The class was previously defined in a different namespace or package.
  
  
  
  Namespace Issues: If the class is defined in a different namespace, it may not be recognized as distinct, leading to this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Classes: 
  
  Use transaction code SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search