How To Fix UGX1024 - ID &1 is identical in namespaces &2 and &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGX1 - Messages for XML Processing

• Message number: 024

• Message text: ID &1 is identical in namespaces &2 and &3

What causes this issue?

Taxonomy elements with identical IDs must not be defined in two
different namespaces.

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?

Correct the taxonomy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGX1024 - ID &1 is identical in namespaces &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message UGX1024 indicates that there is a naming conflict in the system where an object (like a function module, class, or other development object) has the same identifier in two different namespaces. This can occur when you have custom developments or objects that are not properly segregated by their namespaces.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An object with the same name exists in two different namespaces (e.g., a custom namespace and a standard SAP namespace).
  The system is trying to access or reference an object, but it finds multiple definitions with the same name, leading to ambiguity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Conflicting Objects:
  
  Check the namespaces mentioned in the error message (&2 and &3) to identify the objects that are causing the conflict.
  Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to search for the object ID (&1) in both namespaces.
  
  
  
  Rename or Refactor:
  
  If you have control over the custom object, consider renaming it to avoid the conflict. Ensure that the new name is unique within the relevant namespaces.
  If the object is part of a custom development, you may need to refactor the code to use the new name.
  
  
  
  Namespace Management:
  
  Ensure that your custom developments are properly organized within their own namespace to avoid conflicts with standard SAP objects.
  If you are developing in a shared environment, communicate with other developers to avoid naming collisions.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arises after a transport, check if the transport included objects from both namespaces. Ensure that the transport does not inadvertently overwrite or conflict with existing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or community forums for any specific guidelines related to naming conventions and namespace management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Namespaces: In SAP, namespaces are used to differentiate between standard SAP objects and custom developments. Custom namespaces typically start with a letter followed by a number (e.g., /Z or /Y).
  Development Guidelines: Follow SAP's best practices for naming conventions and object management to minimize conflicts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UGX1024 error and prevent similar issues in the future.