How To Fix AFX_WIZARDS031 - The name of the function module must start with &

AFX_WIZARDS031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_WIZARDS - Messages from AFX Wizards

• Message number: 031

• Message text: The name of the function module must start with &

What causes this issue?

The runtime data for AFX object <ZH> &v2& </>specifies that all function
module names must start with the namespace or name prefix
<ZH>&v1&</>.

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?

Choose a suitable name for the function module.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS031 - The name of the function module must start with & ?

  The SAP error message AFX_WIZARDS031 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a function module in the context of using the SAP ABAP Workbench or when creating a new function module using the Function Module Wizard. Specifically, the error states that the name of the function module must start with a specific character, typically an ampersand (&).
  
  Cause:
  
  Naming Convention Violation: In SAP, function module names must adhere to specific naming conventions. The error suggests that the name you provided does not start with the required character (e.g., &).
  Incorrect Input: The user may have entered an invalid name that does not conform to the expected format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Naming Convention: Ensure that the function module name you are trying to create starts with the required character (e.g., &). The naming convention may vary based on your organization's standards or SAP's guidelines.
  Use Valid Characters: Make sure that the name contains only