How To Fix 0Q104 - Schema name >&1< contains an invalid special character

0Q104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0Q - Microsoft SQL Server Porting

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Schema name >&1< contains an invalid special character

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0Q104 - Schema name >&1< contains an invalid special character ?

  The SAP error message 0Q104 indicates that the schema name you are trying to use contains invalid special characters. This error typically occurs when you are working with database schemas or when defining certain objects in SAP that require a valid naming convention.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of special characters in the schema name that are not allowed by SAP's naming conventions. Common invalid characters may include spaces, punctuation marks, or symbols that are not typically permitted in database object names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Schema Name: Review the schema name you are trying to use and ensure it adheres to the naming conventions. The name should typically:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Avoid special characters, spaces, and punctuation.
  
  
  
  Rename the Schema: If the schema name contains invalid characters, rename it to a valid name. For example, if your schema name is my-schema!, you could