How To Fix 28085 - Invalid variable name &1

28085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 28 - Configuration

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Invalid variable name &1

What causes this issue?

The syntax check found an error in a variable definition.

System Response

The cursor shows where in your entry the error occurs.

How to fix this error?

You have entered names for object-specific or characteristic-specific
variables in a constraint, for example, such as: ?T and ?L:
?T IS_A POST
WHERE ?L = LENGTH
These names must be valid keys:
They must begin with a letter.
They can only contain alphanumeric characters.
Special characters are not allowed, except for underscore ('_').
The expression cannot be longer than 30 characters.
You can enter a query ('?') in front of the name.
Correct the variable name at the cursor. See also other possible causes
of error (messages).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 28085 - Invalid variable name &1 ?

  The SAP error message "28085 Invalid variable name &1" typically occurs in the context of SAP ABAP programming or when working with SAP Query or SAP Report Painter/Writer. This error indicates that a variable name being used in a report or query is not valid according to the naming conventions or rules defined by SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The variable name may contain invalid characters or symbols that are not allowed in SAP variable names.
  Length Restrictions: The variable name may exceed the maximum length allowed for variable names in SAP.
  Reserved Keywords: The variable name may be using a reserved keyword or a name that is already in use.
  Incorrect Syntax: There may be a syntax error in the way the variable is defined or referenced.
  Contextual Issues: The variable may not be defined in the context where it is being used, such as in a different report or query.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the