How To Fix UE136 - &1 already exists in object &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UE - Messages in the user and authorizations environment

• Message number: 136

• Message text: &1 already exists in object &2.

What causes this issue?

An authorization field name can only be referenced once in an
authorization object.
Using authorization fields twice in the same object would cause
authorization checks to produce unstable results.

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?

Remove all redundant entries so that you can save your object.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UE136 - &1 already exists in object &2. ?

  The SAP error message UE136 indicates that an object you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. The message format typically looks like this: "UE136 &1 already exists in object &2," where "&1" represents the name of the object and "&2" represents the type of object (e.g., a table, a program, etc.).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create a new object (like a table, program, or other repository object) that has the same name as an existing object in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Naming: You are trying to create an object with a name that is already in use.
  Transport Issues: If you are working in a development environment and have transported objects from another system, you might encounter this error if the object already exists in the target system.
  Incorrect Object Type: You might be trying to create an object of a different type but with the same name as an existing object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UE136 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Objects: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE38 (ABAP Editor) to search for the existing object with the same name. This will help you confirm that the object already exists.
  
  
  Rename the New Object: If you are creating a new object, consider renaming it to avoid the conflict with the existing object.
  
  
  Modify the Existing Object: If your intention was to modify the existing object, you can do so instead of trying to create a new one.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue is related to transport, ensure that the transport requests are correctly managed and that you are not trying to create objects that have already been transported.
  
  
  Check Object Type: Ensure that you are not trying to create an object of a different type with the same name as an existing object. For example, if a table exists with a certain name, you cannot create a view with the same name.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues related to the error message UE136. SAP Notes often provide additional context or solutions for known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and object management to avoid such conflicts in the future.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UE136 error and continue with your work in SAP.