How To Fix WB880 - Description &1 for layout module &2 already exists in language &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB - Messages for assortment list

• Message number: 880

• Message text: Description &1 for layout module &2 already exists in language &3

What causes this issue?

The name of the layout version already exists in the language specified
and cannot be created more than once.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB880 - Description &1 for layout module &2 already exists in language &3 ?

  The SAP error message WB880 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a layout module that already exists in the specified language. This typically occurs in the context of SAPscript or Smart Forms when you are trying to create a new layout or modify an existing one, but the system detects that a layout with the same name already exists for the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Layout Module: The layout module you are trying to create already exists in the system for the specified language.
  Incorrect Language Code: You may be using the wrong language code, leading to confusion about whether the layout exists.
  System Configuration: There might be issues with the system configuration or transport requests that are causing the system to incorrectly identify existing layouts.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Layouts: 
  
  Go to the transaction code for the layout module (e.g., SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms or SE71 for SAPscript).
  Search for the layout module name and check if it already exists in the specified language.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Layout: 
  
  If the layout already exists, you can either modify the existing layout or create a new version of it with a different name.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Language: 
  
  If you intended to create a layout in a different language, ensure that you are using the correct language code.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Unused Layouts: 
  
  If there are old or unused layouts that are no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving them to avoid confusion.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests: 
  
  If the layout was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that there are no inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: For Smart Forms layout management.
  SE71: For SAPscript layout management.
  
  
  
  Language Codes: Familiarize yourself with the language codes used in your SAP system to avoid confusion.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on layout modules and language handling to better understand how to manage layouts effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WB880 error and manage your layout modules effectively.