How To Fix CM_EHFND_FW_CALC_ENG012 - Usage of nonalphanumeric symbol "&1" at first position is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_FW_CALC_ENG - Common ACE Calculation Engine Exception Class

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Usage of nonalphanumeric symbol "&1" at first position is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_CALC_ENG012 - Usage of nonalphanumeric symbol "&1" at first position is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_FW_CALC_ENG012 indicates that there is an issue with the usage of a non-alphanumeric symbol at the first position of a certain input field or parameter. This error typically arises in contexts where specific formatting rules are enforced, such as in calculation views, data models, or other configurations within SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a non-alphanumeric character (like special symbols or punctuation) is found at the beginning of a string or identifier where only alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers) are allowed. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Naming conventions for fields, variables, or identifiers.
  Input values in configuration settings or parameters.
  Data entries in tables or structures that are expected to follow specific naming rules.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Source: Determine where the error is occurring. This could be in a calculation view, a data model, or a specific configuration setting.
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Review the