How To Fix CL032 - The first character cannot be "&"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 032

• Message text: The first character cannot be "&"

What causes this issue?

A class number cannot begin with a question mark, exclamation mark, or
underscore. These characters have a specific meaning in the system, or
cannot be interpreted in keys.

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?

Only use numbers that begin with a figure or a letter.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL032 - The first character cannot be "&" ?

  The SAP error message CL032, which states "The first character cannot be '&'," typically occurs in the context of naming conventions for various objects in SAP, such as classes, function modules, or other identifiers. The ampersand (&) character is not allowed as the first character in these identifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Naming Convention: The error arises when an identifier (like a class name, method name, etc.) starts with the & character, which is not permitted by SAP's naming rules.
  Typographical Error: It may also be due to a typographical error where the user accidentally included an & at the beginning of the name.
  
  Solution:
  
  Rename the Object: Change the name of the object to ensure that it does not start with the & character. Use valid characters as per SAP's naming conventions.
  Check Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for the specific type of object you are working with. Generally, valid starting characters include letters (A-Z, a-z) and underscores (_).
  Review Code: If the error occurs in code, review the relevant code sections to ensure that no identifiers start with &.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: SAP has specific rules for naming various objects. For example, class names typically must start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working in a specific transaction (like SE80 for Object Navigator), ensure that you are following the naming conventions applicable to that transaction.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the version of SAP you are using for detailed naming conventions and guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CL032 error and successfully create or modify the object in question.