How To Fix UCM0017 - The name &1 is already assigned

UCM0017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCM0 - Messages for Data Basis, Cons Area, ...

• Message number: 017

• Message text: The name &1 is already assigned

What causes this issue?

InfoProvider &V1& already exists.

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?

Use a different name for the virtual InfoProvider.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCM0017 - The name &1 is already assigned ?

  The SAP error message UCM0017, which states "The name &1 is already assigned," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when you are trying to create or modify an object (such as a user, role, or other configuration items) that has a name that is already in use. This can happen in various modules, including User and Role Management, Customizing, or other areas where unique identifiers are required.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Name: The most common cause is that the name you are trying to assign to the object is already being used by another object in the system.
  Namespace Conflicts: If you are working in a development environment, there may be conflicts with names that are reserved or already used in the production or other environments.
  Incorrect Object Type: You might be trying to create an object of a type that has a naming convention that conflicts with existing objects.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Objects: Verify