How To Fix UI005 - ---> & already exists with the name &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UI - Data Modeler: Messages for repository interfaces

• Message number: 005

• Message text: ---> & already exists with the name &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UI005 - ---> & already exists with the name & ?

  The SAP error message UI005, which states " & already exists with the name &," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or register an object (like a UI element, a business object, or a configuration) that already exists in the system with the same name. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with SAP Fiori applications, SAP UI5, or other SAP UI technologies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause is that there is already an existing object (like a UI component, configuration, or business object) with the same name in the system.
  Incorrect Naming Conventions: Sometimes, naming conventions may lead to confusion, especially if similar names are used for different objects.
  Transport Issues: If objects are transported from one system to another, there may be conflicts if the same object already exists in the target system.
  Development Errors: During development, if a developer tries to create an object