How To Fix WD512 - Method '&' of object type '&' already used

WD512 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 512

• Message text: Method '&' of object type '&' already used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD512 - Method '&' of object type '&' already used ?

  The SAP error message:
  WD512 Method '&' of object type '&' already used
  typically occurs in the context of Web Dynpro development.
  
  Cause
  This error indicates that a method with the same name is already implemented or inherited in the Web Dynpro component or interface. In other words, you are trying to create or redefine a method that already exists in the current object type (component, interface, or class).
  Common scenarios causing this error:
  
  You try to create a method with a name that already exists in the Web Dynpro component or interface.
  You try to redefine a method in a subclass or component that is already implemented in the superclass or interface.
  Duplicate method definitions in the same object type.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check for existing methods:
  
  Go to the Web Dynpro component or interface where you are trying to create the method.
  Check the list of existing methods to see if the method name you want to create already exists.
  If it exists,