How To Fix CONT_TOOLS_E201 - The &1 Object &2 is not in accordance with the naming conventions.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CONT_TOOLS_E - Messages for BI CONTENT TOOLS

• Message number: 201

• Message text: The &1 Object &2 is not in accordance with the naming conventions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E201 - The &1 Object &2 is not in accordance with the naming conventions. ?

  The SAP error message CONT_TOOLS_E201 indicates that an object (like a program, function module, or class) does not comply with the naming conventions defined in your SAP system. This error typically arises during the transport of objects or when trying to activate or create them.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the name of the object does not adhere to the naming conventions set by the system. Common reasons include:
  
  The object name contains invalid characters.
  The object name is too long or too short.
  The object name does not start with the required prefix (for example, Z or Y for custom objects).
  The object name does not follow the specific format required for the type of object being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Review the naming conventions for the specific type of object you are working with. This information can usually be found in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP Basis or development team.
  
  
  Rename the Object: If the object name is incorrect, rename it to comply with the naming conventions. Ensure that:
  
  It starts with the correct prefix (e.g., Z or Y for custom objects).
  It contains only valid characters (typically alphanumeric and underscores).
  It meets the length requirements (usually between 1 and 30 characters).
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are working with specific object types, you can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to check and modify the object name.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the error occurs during a transport, ensure that the object is correctly named in the transport request. You may need to adjust the object name in the transport request or create a new transport request with the corrected object.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: If the issue persists, check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on naming conventions for different object types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Development Guidelines: Ensure that your development team follows best practices and guidelines for naming conventions to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CONT_TOOLS_E201 error and ensure that your object names comply with the required conventions.