How To Fix /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API061 - DDIC name &1: Underscore not permitted at 2nd or 3rd position

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: DDIC name &1: Underscore not permitted at 2nd or 3rd position

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API061 - DDIC name &1: Underscore not permitted at 2nd or 3rd position ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CONF_MODEL_API061 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a Data Dictionary (DDIC) object in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF). Specifically, the error states that an underscore (_) is not permitted in the 2nd or 3rd position of the DDIC name.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a DDIC object (such as a table, view, or structure) has a name that violates the naming conventions enforced by SAP. In this case, the name contains an underscore in the 2nd or 3rd position, which is not allowed. For example, a name like A_BC or AB_CD would trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to rename the DDIC object to comply with SAP's naming conventions. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which DDIC object is causing the error. The error message should provide the name of the object in the placeholder &1.
  
  
  Rename the Object: 
  
  Go to the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11).
  Find the object using the name provided in the error message.
  Rename the object to ensure that there are no underscores in the 2nd or 3rd position. For example, if the name is A_BC, you could rename it to AB_C or A1BC.
  
  
  
  Adjust References: After renaming the object, ensure that all references to this object in your code, programs, or other objects are updated to reflect the new name.
  
  
  Activate the Object: Once renamed, activate the object to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Changes: Run the process that triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for DDIC objects. Generally, names should start with a letter, followed by letters, numbers, or underscores, but with restrictions on the position of underscores.
  BOPF Framework: Understanding the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) can help in managing business objects and their configurations effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure compliance with SAP's naming conventions.