How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK396 - Registration name &1 is invalid (e.g. contains unallowed characters)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK - Custom Fields: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 396

• Message text: Registration name &1 is invalid (e.g. contains unallowed characters)

What causes this issue?

Name &V1& for your registration is invalid.

System Response

Names for a registration object must not contain special characters
except for underscores or Namespaces. The name must also not start with
a number or an underscore.

How to fix this error?

Please choose a different name for your registration.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK396 - Registration name &1 is invalid (e.g. contains unallowed characters) ?

  The SAP error message "CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK396 Registration name &1 is invalid (e.g. contains unallowed characters)" typically occurs when there is an issue with the registration name used in the SAP system. This error is related to the configuration of the SAP Cloud Platform or other related services where specific naming conventions must be followed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The registration name contains characters that are not allowed. This could include special characters, spaces, or other non-alphanumeric characters.
  Length Restrictions: The registration name may exceed the maximum allowed length.
  Naming Conventions: The name may not adhere to the required naming conventions set by SAP, such as starting with a letter or using specific prefixes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the registration name follows the required naming conventions. Typically, it should:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) and possibly underscores (_).
  Not contain spaces or special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, etc.).
  Be within the allowed length (usually a maximum of 30 characters, but this can vary).
  
  
  
  Modify the Registration Name: If the current registration name is invalid, modify it to comply with the naming rules. For example:
  
  Change "My Registration Name!" to "My_Registration_Name".
  Ensure it does not exceed the character limit.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After modifying the registration name, attempt to register again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation or guidelines for the specific service you are using to ensure compliance with all naming requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you continue to experience issues after making the necessary changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully register the name in your SAP system.