How To Fix BT323 - Names beginning with 'Z' or 'Y' are reserved for customer commands

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BT - Background processing messages

• Message number: 323

• Message text: Names beginning with 'Z' or 'Y' are reserved for customer commands

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BT323 - Names beginning with 'Z' or 'Y' are reserved for customer commands ?

  The SAP error message BT323 indicates that you are trying to create or use a command (transaction code, program, or function) that begins with the letters 'Z' or 'Y'. In SAP, names starting with these letters are reserved for customer-specific developments, which means that they are intended for custom programs or enhancements created by customers.
  Cause:
  
  Naming Convention: SAP reserves the naming convention of starting with 'Z' or 'Y' for customer-specific objects to avoid conflicts with standard SAP objects. If you attempt to create an object that starts with these letters, the system will throw this error.
  Existing Object: You might be trying to create a new object that conflicts with an existing object that starts with 'Z' or 'Y'.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Name: If you are creating a new object, change the name to start with a different letter (e.g., A to X) that is not reserved for customer commands.
  Check Existing Objects: If you are trying to use an existing object, verify if it already exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the object in the relevant transaction (e.g., SE80 for objects, SE38 for programs).
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the naming conventions or the implications of changing an object name, consult the SAP documentation or your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for various objects (like programs, function modules, etc.) to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Development Guidelines: Follow your organization's development guidelines for creating custom objects in SAP to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that your changes are properly documented and included in transport requests for moving to production.
  
  By adhering to these guidelines and understanding the reason behind the error, you can effectively resolve the issue and continue with your SAP development tasks.