How To Fix BWSD099 - The first name character &1 is reserved. Object not saved.

BWSD099 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BWSD - Messages for Scenario Transfer

• Message number: 099

• Message text: The first name character &1 is reserved. Object not saved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BWSD099 - The first name character &1 is reserved. Object not saved. ?

  The SAP error message BWSD099, which states "The first name character &1 is reserved. Object not saved," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Warehouse (BW) or SAP BusinessObjects when there is an issue with naming conventions for objects. This error indicates that the first character of the name you are trying to use for an object (like a query, report, or data source) is not allowed because it is reserved or invalid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reserved Characters: The first character of the object name is a reserved character or does not comply with the naming conventions set by SAP. For example, certain special characters or numbers may not be allowed as the first character.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific rules regarding the naming of objects, which may include restrictions on the use of certain characters or formats.
  Object Type: The type of object you are trying to create may have specific naming requirements that