How To Fix CH303 - Program name "&" is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CH - CAD/PP integration messages

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Program name "&" is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CH303 - Program name "&" is not valid ?

  The SAP error message CH303, which states "Program name '&' is not valid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the program name being referenced in a transaction or report. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Program Name: The program name specified may not exist in the SAP system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the specified program.
  Program Deletion: The program may have been deleted or is not active in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the program was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Namespace Issues: The program name may be in a namespace that is not recognized or is restricted.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Program Name: Verify that the program name is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Use Transaction SE38: Go to transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor) and try to find the program by entering the name. If it does not exist, you may need to check with your development team.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the program. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Program Status: If the program exists, check its status to ensure it is active. You can do this in SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38.
  Transport Logs: If the program was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported correctly.
  Namespace Check: If the program is in a custom namespace, ensure that the namespace is correctly configured and accessible.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE38 (ABAP Editor), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to the specific program or error message.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can debug the program to see where the error is occurring.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further investigation.