How To Fix 00822 - The icon name must not contain a space: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 00 -

• Message number: 822

• Message text: The icon name must not contain a space: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 00822 - The icon name must not contain a space: & ?

  The SAP error message "00822 The icon name must not contain a space: &" typically occurs when you are trying to use an icon in a SAP GUI application, and the name of the icon you are trying to use contains a space. This is a validation error that prevents the application from processing the icon correctly.
  Cause:
  
  The error is triggered when the icon name specified in the code or configuration includes a space character. SAP requires that icon names be defined without spaces to ensure proper identification and rendering.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Icon Name: Review the code or configuration where the icon name is defined. Ensure that the icon name does not contain any spaces. For example, if the icon name is defined as my icon, change it to my_icon or myIcon.
  
  
  Update Code/Configuration: If you find any instances of icon names with spaces, update them to remove the spaces. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the ABAP code where the icon is referenced.
  Updating any configuration settings in the SAP GUI or related applications.
  
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the application to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the icons are displayed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP GUI Icons: SAP provides a set of standard icons that can be used in applications. These icons are typically referenced by their names in the code. It's important to follow the naming conventions set by SAP.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on using icons and other UI elements. This can provide additional context on naming conventions and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional insights.
  
  By ensuring that icon names are correctly formatted without spaces, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your SAP development or configuration tasks.