How To Fix COM_ALTER_IDENT008 - Name & for ID type is in customer namespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ALTER_IDENT - Messages for Alternative Identifiers

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Name & for ID type is in customer namespace

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ALTER_IDENT008 - Name & for ID type is in customer namespace ?

  The SAP error message COM_ALTER_IDENT008 typically indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of an object in the customer namespace. This error often arises when you are trying to create or modify an object (like a class, function module, or other development objects) that does not adhere to the naming conventions set for customer namespaces.
  Cause:
  
  Naming Convention Violation: The object name you are trying to use is either not following the required naming conventions for customer namespaces or is conflicting with existing objects.
  Incorrect Namespace: The object might be defined in a namespace that is not intended for customer developments (e.g., standard SAP namespaces).
  Existing Object: There may already be an object with the same name in the customer namespace, leading to a conflict.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the name of the object you are trying to create or modify follows the SAP naming conventions. For customer namespaces, the name should typically start with a specific prefix (like Z or Y).
  Use Unique Names: Make sure that the name you are using is unique within the customer namespace. You can check existing objects in the namespace to avoid conflicts.
  Change Namespace: If the object is incorrectly placed in a standard namespace, consider moving it to the appropriate customer namespace.
  Review Object Type: Ensure that the object type you are working with is appropriate for the namespace you are using. For example, certain objects may only be allowed in specific namespaces.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines regarding naming conventions and customer namespaces for further clarification.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Namespaces: SAP uses namespaces to differentiate between standard SAP objects and customer-specific developments. Customer namespaces typically start with 'Z' or 'Y'.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check existing objects and their namespaces.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or updates related to the error message you are encountering.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.