How To Fix C1329 - Template characters ".", ".", "-" and "E" are reserved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 329

• Message text: Template characters ".", ".", "-" and "E" are reserved

What causes this issue?

These template characters are defined internally and therefore cannot
be used.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use other template characters.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1329 - Template characters ".", ".", "-" and "E" are reserved ?

  The SAP error message C1329 indicates that you are trying to use reserved characters in a template name or identifier. Specifically, the characters ".", "-", and "E" are reserved and cannot be used in certain contexts within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  You are creating or modifying a template (such as a report, layout, or other configuration) and have included one of the reserved characters in the name or identifier.
  The system has specific rules regarding naming conventions, and using these characters violates those rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C1329 error, you should:
  
  Rename the Template: Change the name of the template to remove any occurrences of the reserved characters (".", "-", "E"). Use alphanumeric characters and underscores instead.
  Check Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions and restrictions in SAP for the specific object you are working with. This can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Test the Changes: After renaming the template, try to save or execute the operation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and reserved characters for the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Community: You can also check forums and community discussions for similar issues and solutions shared by other SAP users.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working with specific transaction codes (like SE80 for Object Navigator), ensure that you are following the naming rules applicable to that transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the C1329 error and successfully create or modify your template in SAP.