How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN184 - & is a reserved word; choose another field name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 184

• Message text: & is a reserved word; choose another field name

What causes this issue?

The object name you have chosen is reserved for use by the system.

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. You can find a list of the names which have been
reserved due to their use in database systems in table TRESE.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN184 - & is a reserved word; choose another field name ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN184 typically indicates that you are trying to use a field name that is a reserved word in the SAP system. Reserved words are keywords that have special meanings in the programming language or database and cannot be used as identifiers for fields, variables, or other objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a field in a database table, structure, or other object using a name that is already reserved by the SAP system.
  The field name you are trying to use conflicts with existing keywords or identifiers in the SAP environment.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Choose a Different Field Name: 
  
  Select a new name for your field that does not conflict with reserved words. You can use prefixes or suffixes to differentiate your field name.
  Ensure that the new name adheres to SAP naming conventions (e.g., starting with a letter, using only alphanumeric characters, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Reserved Words List:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or resources that list reserved words in the context of the specific module or programming language you are using (e.g., ABAP).
  Avoid using any of these reserved words in your field names.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After renaming the field, test the changes in your development environment to ensure that the error is resolved and that the new field name works as intended.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for fields, tables, and other objects to avoid similar issues in the future.
  ABAP Documentation: If you are working with ABAP, consult the ABAP documentation for a list of reserved keywords and best practices for naming.
  Development Environment: Make sure to perform these changes in a development or sandbox environment before moving to production to avoid disruptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_ATTRFRG_GEN184 error and successfully create or modify your field without conflicts.