How To Fix UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI016 - There is already a question, question row, or answer column with ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: There is already a question, question row, or answer column with ID &1

What causes this issue?

There is already a question, question row, or answer column with ID
&V1&. However, the ID must be unique within the questionnaire.

System Response

The value for the question ID, question rows, or answer columns is
reset.

How to fix this error?

Within a questionnaire, use IDs which are unique over all questions,
question rows, and answer columns.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI016 - There is already a question, question row, or answer column with ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message UWS_SURVEY_FORM_GUI016 indicates that there is a duplicate entry in the survey form you are trying to create or modify. Specifically, it means that there is already a question, question row, or answer column with the same ID as the one you are attempting to add. This can occur in the context of SAP's survey functionality, where unique identifiers are required for each element.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate IDs: You are trying to create a new question, question row, or answer column that has the same ID as an existing one.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the ID, leading to unintentional duplication.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to handle unique IDs properly, or there may be a bug in the version you are using.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing IDs: Review the existing questions, question rows, and answer columns in the survey form to identify any duplicates. Ensure that the ID you are trying to use is unique.
  Modify the ID: If you find that the ID you are trying to use is already taken, change it to a unique value that does not conflict with existing entries.
  Review Survey Structure: Ensure that the structure of your survey is correctly set up and that you are following the guidelines for creating unique identifiers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidelines on creating survey forms and managing IDs.
  System Update: If you suspect a bug, check if there are any updates or patches available for your SAP system that address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for specific error messages.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered the same issue and what solutions they have found.
  Testing: If you are in a development or testing environment, try creating a new survey form with a different set of IDs to see if the issue persists.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create or modify your survey form in SAP.