How To Fix 5C195 - An initial symbol is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 195

• Message text: An initial symbol is not allowed

What causes this issue?

An initial symbol has been defined in Customizing. Nothing was entered
into the field <zh>symbol</>.

System Response

The value cannot be printed in the SAP<ZK>script</>.

How to fix this error?

Enter a symbol name into the appropriate field.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C195 - An initial symbol is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 5C195: "An initial symbol is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with certain SAP transactions that involve input fields or parameters. This error indicates that a variable or field is being initialized or defined incorrectly, often due to the use of an invalid character or symbol at the beginning of a name.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Naming Convention: In ABAP, variable names, field names, and other identifiers cannot start with certain characters (like numbers or special symbols). They must start with a letter (A-Z, a-z).
  Leading Spaces or Special Characters: If there are leading spaces or special characters in the input, it can trigger this error.
  Incorrect Input in Fields: When entering data in fields, if the first character is not valid according to SAP's naming conventions, this error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that all variable names, field names, and identifiers start with a letter and do not contain invalid characters at the beginning.
  Remove Leading Spaces: If you are entering data manually, make sure there are no leading spaces or special characters in the input.
  Review Code: If this error arises from ABAP code, review the code for any variables or identifiers that do not comply with naming conventions.
  Use Valid Identifiers: If you are defining new variables or fields, ensure they follow the correct syntax and naming rules as per ABAP standards.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions in ABAP. Identifiers must start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on naming conventions and error messages.
  Debugging: If you are unable to identify the source of the error, consider using debugging tools in SAP to trace where the error is being triggered.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after checking these points, it may be helpful to consult with a colleague or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.