How To Fix STB_WZ_WIZARD009 - The tabstrip control '&1' already exists in program '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STB_WZ_WIZARD - Messages for ABAP Workbench Wizards

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The tabstrip control '&1' already exists in program '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STB_WZ_WIZARD009 - The tabstrip control '&1' already exists in program '&2' ?

  The SAP error message STB_WZ_WIZARD009 indicates that there is an attempt to create a tabstrip control that already exists in the specified program. This typically occurs when you are trying to create a new tabstrip control in a screen or a program where a tabstrip with the same name has already been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Tabstrip Control: The most common cause is that the tabstrip control you are trying to create has already been defined in the same program or screen.
  Code Generation Issues: If you are using a wizard or a tool to generate code, it might be trying to create a control that already exists due to a previous operation or an incomplete cleanup of the generated code.
  Incorrect Program Reference: Sometimes, the error can occur if there is a mix-up in the program references, leading to the same control being defined multiple times.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Controls: Review the program or screen where you are trying to create the tabstrip control. Look for any existing tabstrip controls with the same name. If you find one, you can either:
  
  Use the existing tabstrip control instead of creating a new one.
  Rename the new tabstrip control to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Clean Up Code: If you are using a wizard or tool, ensure that there are no remnants of previous attempts to create the tabstrip control. Clean up any unnecessary code or definitions that may be causing the conflict.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the conflict is occurring, you can use debugging tools in the ABAP Workbench to trace the program execution and identify where the tabstrip control is being defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using a specific SAP module or tool, refer to the relevant documentation for guidelines on creating tabstrip controls and any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tabstrip Control: A tabstrip control is a UI element in SAP that allows users to switch between different views or sections of a screen.
  ABAP Workbench: The ABAP Workbench is the integrated development environment for SAP where you can create and manage programs, screens, and other objects.
  Error Handling: Familiarize yourself with error handling in ABAP to better manage and troubleshoot issues that arise during development.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error STB_WZ_WIZARD009 and successfully create or manage your tabstrip controls in SAP.