How To Fix AD104 - The name & contains a blank; enter it again without blanks

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 104

• Message text: The name & contains a blank; enter it again without blanks

What causes this issue?

The name of the object contains a blank. The SAP naming conventions do
not allow this.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Remove the blank.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD104 - The name & contains a blank; enter it again without blanks ?

  The SAP error message AD104 indicates that the name you have entered contains a blank space, which is not allowed in certain contexts within SAP. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an object (like a user, role, or other entities) that does not permit spaces in its name.
  Cause:
  
  The name you are trying to enter (e.g., a user ID, role name, or other identifiers) contains one or more blank spaces.
  SAP has specific naming conventions that do not allow spaces in certain fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Remove Spaces: Check the name you are trying to enter and ensure that it does not contain any spaces. For example, if you are trying to enter "User Name", change it to "UserName" or "User_Name".
  
  
  Use Underscores or CamelCase: If you need to separate words, consider using underscores (_) or CamelCase (e.g., "UserName") instead of spaces.
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Refer to the specific naming conventions for the object you are working with in SAP. Different objects may have different rules regarding allowed characters.
  
  
  Re-enter the Name: After making the necessary adjustments, re-enter the name in the appropriate field and try again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Consult the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the module you are working with for detailed naming conventions and restrictions.
  Transaction Codes: If you are encountering this error in a specific transaction (e.g., SU01 for user management), ensure you are following the guidelines for that transaction.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD104 error and successfully enter the required name without any blanks.