How To Fix WD067 - (Local) event '&' already exists (choose another name)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 067

• Message text: (Local) event '&' already exists (choose another name)

What causes this issue?

The names of the events and the local events in a workflow definition
are located in the same namespace. Therefore, the name entered here must
be unique.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD067 - (Local) event '&' already exists (choose another name) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WD067 (Local): event '&' already exists (choose another name)
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs in Web Dynpro ABAP when you try to create or define an event with a name that already exists in the current context (e.g., in a component controller, window, or view). The event name must be unique within its scope, and the system prevents duplicate event names to avoid ambiguity in event handling.
  
  Explanation:
  
  In Web Dynpro, events are used to trigger actions or notify other components/controllers.
  Each event must have a unique identifier (name) within the scope it is defined.
  If you attempt to create a new event with a name that is already used, the system throws this error to enforce uniqueness.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose a different event name: When creating a new event, ensure the name is unique and not already used in the same context.
  Check existing events: Review the list of events in the current controller, window, or view to find existing event names.
  Rename or reuse existing events: If you intended to use an existing event, link to that event instead of creating a new one.
  Clean up unused events: If there are obsolete or unused events with conflicting names, consider deleting or renaming them.
  
  
  How to check and fix in SAP Web Dynpro:
  
  Open the Web Dynpro component in the ABAP Workbench (SE80).
  Navigate to the controller, window, or view where you want to create the event.
  Go to the Events tab.
  Review the list of existing events.
  If the event name you want to use is already listed, pick a different name.
  Save and activate your changes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Event names are case-sensitive.
  This error is local to the context where the event is being created.
  Similar errors can occur for other elements like methods or context nodes if duplicate names are used.
  Always follow naming conventions and maintain a clear naming strategy to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The WD067 error indicates a duplicate event name in Web Dynpro. To resolve it, use a unique event name within the current scope. Check existing events and rename or reuse as appropriate.