How To Fix UA_SM1061 - The status name must be unique

UA_SM1061 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UA_SM1 - Structure Maintenance

• Message number: 061

• Message text: The status name must be unique

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UA_SM1061 - Details

• The SAP error message UA_SM1061, which states "The status name must be unique," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a status in the SAP system that has the same name as an existing status. This error is common in scenarios involving status management, such as in workflow or status configuration for business objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Status Name: The primary cause of this error is that the status name you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. SAP requires that each status name be unique to avoid confusion and ensure proper functionality.
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the error can arise from incorrect configuration settings or attempts to replicate an existing status without realizing it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Statuses: Before creating a new status, check the list of existing statuses to ensure that the name you want to use is not already taken. You can do this by navigating to