How To Fix /BOBF/CUST_UI067 - Namespace contains invalid character(s)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CUST_UI -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Namespace contains invalid character(s)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CUST_UI067 - Namespace contains invalid character(s) ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CUST_UI067 Namespace contains invalid character(s) typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue with the namespace defined for a custom UI or business object. This error indicates that the namespace you are trying to use contains characters that are not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The namespace may contain characters that are not permitted, such as spaces, special characters, or symbols that do not conform to the naming conventions.
  Incorrect Format: The namespace might not follow the expected format, which usually requires it to be alphanumeric and may need to start with a letter.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the namespace is defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Namespace Definition: Review the namespace you are trying to use and ensure it adheres to the naming conventions. It should typically consist of letters and numbers without any special characters or spaces.
  Modify Namespace: If the namespace contains invalid characters, modify it to remove or replace those characters with valid ones.
  Use Standard Naming Conventions: Follow the standard naming conventions for namespaces in SAP, which usually involve using a prefix that identifies the developer or organization (e.g., Z or Y).
  Reconfigure: If the namespace is part of a configuration, go back to the configuration settings and ensure that the namespace is correctly defined.
  Check Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines regarding naming conventions for namespaces in BOPF and UI development.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  BOPF Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on the Business Object Processing Framework for best practices and guidelines on defining namespaces and other related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully define a valid namespace for your custom UI or business object in SAP.