How To Fix SV652 - Function group & ambiguous

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 652

• Message text: Function group & ambiguous

What causes this issue?

The function group &V1& was passed by the control catalog to the
generation. The function group &V1& is not identical to the function
group &V2&, to which the function modules are actually assigned,
according to the function library.

System Response

The generation was terminated.

ELSE

How to fix this error?

If the function group &V1& from the control catalog is incorrect and the
function group &V2& from the function library is correct:
<DS:TRAN.SE37>Delete the function modules</> VIEWFRAME_&V3& and
VIEWPROC_&V3& in function module maintenance of the function library.
<DS:TRAN.SE51>Delete the associated maintenance screens</>. If you have
made changes to the maintenance screens and want to keep these changes,
save them first.
Regenerate the table/view-specific information for the function group
&V2&.
Do this in the dialog transaction for the <DS:TRAN.SE54>generation of
the table maintenance dialog</>.
Choose the <LS>Edit function group</> function.
Enter the function group &V2&.
Select the <LS>Re-generate group-specific programs</> option, and choose
the <LS>Change</> function.
Select the <LS>table/view-specific data declarations</>, <LS>
table/view-specific routines</>, and <LS>table/view-specific modules</>
options.
Confirm your entries.
RESET N2
Repeat your actions for table/view &V3&.
RESET N1

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

If the function group &V1& from the control catalog is correct and the
function group &V2& in the function library is wrong:
<DS:TRAN.SE37>Delete the function modules</> VIEWFRAME_&V3& and
VIEWPROC_&V3& in function module maintenance of the function library.
Execute the <LS>Delete</> function with all generation elements for
table or view &V3& in transaction for <DS:TRAN.SE54>generating the table
maintenance dialog</>. If you have made changes to the maintenance
screens and want to keep these changes, save them first.
Recreate the generation elements for the table/view &V3& with the
correct function group &V1&.
RESET N1
ENDIF

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV652 - Function group & ambiguous ?

  The SAP error message SV652 ("Function group & ambiguous") typically occurs when there is a conflict or ambiguity in the function group name being referenced in your ABAP code or during the execution of a transaction. This can happen for several reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  Duplicate Function Groups: There may be multiple function groups with similar or identical names in the system, leading to confusion about which one to use.
  Transport Issues: If function groups were transported from one system to another, there might be inconsistencies or duplicates in the target system.
  Namespace Conflicts: If you are using custom function groups, there might be a naming conflict with standard SAP function groups or other custom function groups.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system might be incorrectly configured, leading to ambiguity in function group resolution.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Function Group Names: Verify that the function group name you are using is unique and does not conflict with other function groups. You can do this by checking in the Function Builder (transaction SE37 or SE80).
  Review Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that the function groups were transported correctly without duplicates.
  Namespace Management: If you are developing custom function groups, ensure that you are using a proper namespace to avoid conflicts with standard SAP objects.
  Clear Buffer: Sometimes, clearing the SAP buffer can resolve issues related to ambiguity. You can do this using transaction code /$SYNC or by using the transaction code SM12 to delete any locks that might be causing the issue.
  Debugging: If the error occurs during the execution of a specific program or transaction, use the ABAP debugger to trace where the ambiguity arises and correct the code accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE37 (Function Builder) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore function groups and their definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices for creating function groups.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.