How To Fix SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT028 - ABAP interface already exists

SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT - Web Dynpro Metadata ADT

• Message number: 028

• Message text: ABAP interface already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT028 - ABAP interface already exists ?

  The SAP error message SWDP_WDY_MD_ADT028 indicates that there is an attempt to create an ABAP interface that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs during the development of Web Dynpro applications or when working with the Web Dynpro ABAP framework.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by trying to create a new ABAP interface with a name that is already in use. This can happen if:
  
  You are attempting to create an interface with the same name as an existing one.
  There is a naming conflict due to a previous development or import of an object.
  The system is in a state where it has not properly recognized the existing interface due to caching or other issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Interfaces:
  
  Go to the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE11) and check if the interface you are trying to create already exists.
  If it does exist, you may need