How To Fix APB_LAUNCHPAD103 - Only characters A-Z, 0-9, '_' and '/' allowed for Instance &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_LAUNCHPAD - Launchpad

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Only characters A-Z, 0-9, '_' and '/' allowed for Instance &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD103 - Only characters A-Z, 0-9, '_' and '/' allowed for Instance &1 ?

  The SAP error message APB_LAUNCHPAD103 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of an instance in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that only certain characters are allowed in the instance name, which are:
  
  Uppercase letters (A-Z)
  Digits (0-9)
  Underscore (_)
  Forward slash (/)
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs when an instance name is being created or modified, and it contains invalid characters that do not conform to the allowed character set. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When configuring a new instance in the SAP Launchpad.
  When importing or exporting configurations that include instance names.
  When manually entering instance names in transaction codes or configuration screens.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Instance Name: Review the instance name you are trying to use and ensure it only contains the allowed characters (A-Z, 0-9, _, /).
  
  
  Modify the Name: If the instance name contains any invalid characters (such as spaces, special characters, or lowercase letters), modify it to comply with the naming conventions.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Action: After correcting the instance name, re-attempt the action that triggered the error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices for instance names.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to the SAP Launchpad and instance management, such as /UI2/FLP for the Fiori Launchpad.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.