How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN016 - Object name & is in the customer namespace

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Object name & is in the customer namespace

What causes this issue?

The name of the object &V1& is reserved for customers.

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?

Choose another name for the object. For SAP-defined objects, this
usually means choosing a name that does not begin with the letter <LS>Y
</> or <LS>Z</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN016 - Object name & is in the customer namespace ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN016 indicates that an object name is in the customer namespace, which typically means that the object you are trying to access or modify is part of a custom development or a customer-specific namespace in the SAP system. This can occur in various contexts, such as when working with custom attributes, enhancements, or modifications.
  Cause:
  
  Customer Namespace: The object name you are trying to use is defined in a customer namespace (usually starting with "Z" or "Y"). SAP reserves certain namespaces for standard objects, and customer namespaces are used for custom developments.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify objects in the customer namespace.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object name may be incorrectly referenced in your code or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Name: Verify that the object name you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary objects, SE80 for development objects).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access or modify objects in the customer namespace. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check your roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: If the object is part of a custom development, refer to the documentation or notes provided by the developer or the team responsible for the custom object.
  Contact Development Team: If you are unsure about the object or its purpose, reach out to the development team or the person responsible for the custom development for clarification.
  Debugging: If you are encountering this error during a specific transaction or program execution, consider debugging the program to identify where the error is occurring and why the object is being referenced.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Namespaces in SAP: SAP uses namespaces to differentiate between standard SAP objects and customer-specific objects. Standard objects are typically in the SAP namespace, while custom objects are in the customer namespace (starting with "Z" or "Y").
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SE37 (Function Modules) to explore and manage objects in the customer namespace.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific error message or the objects you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.