How To Fix CNV_DMC_VM016 - View ident can only contain uppercase letters, numbers and underscore

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_VM - S/4 Migration: Texts for View Management

• Message number: 016

• Message text: View ident can only contain uppercase letters, numbers and underscore

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_VM016 - View ident can only contain uppercase letters, numbers and underscore ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_VM016 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a view identifier (view ident) in the context of Data Migration Cockpit (DMC) or a related data migration process. Specifically, the error states that the view identifier can only contain uppercase letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the view identifier you are trying to use does not conform to the required naming conventions. The naming rules specify that:
  
  Only uppercase letters (A-Z) are allowed.
  Only numbers (0-9) are allowed.
  Only underscores (_) are allowed.
  No lowercase letters or special characters are permitted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the View Identifier: Review the view identifier you are using and ensure it adheres to the naming conventions mentioned above.
  Modify the Identifier: If the identifier contains any lowercase letters or special characters, modify it to replace them with uppercase letters or underscores as appropriate.
  Test Again: After making the necessary changes, try to execute the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Data Migration Cockpit for more details on naming conventions and best practices.
  Data Migration Cockpit: Familiarize yourself with the Data Migration Cockpit, as it provides tools and guidelines for migrating data into SAP systems.
  Error Handling: If you encounter similar errors, always check the naming conventions and any specific requirements outlined in the SAP documentation or the migration tool you are using.
  
  By ensuring that your view identifiers comply with the specified rules, you should be able to resolve the CNV_DMC_VM016 error and proceed with your data migration tasks.