How To Fix CRM_SUITE302 - The first character of ID '&' must be a letter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_SUITE - Messages for CRM_SURVEY_SUITE

• Message number: 302

• Message text: The first character of ID '&' must be a letter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_SUITE302 - The first character of ID '&' must be a letter ?

  The SAP error message CRM_SUITE302 indicates that there is an issue with an identifier (ID) that is being used in the system. Specifically, the error states that the first character of the ID must be a letter, but the ID provided starts with a character that is not a letter (in this case, it starts with '&').
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Identifier Format: The identifier you are trying to use does not conform to the naming conventions required by SAP. In SAP, identifiers (such as variable names, object names, etc.) must start with a letter (A-Z or a-z) and can be followed by letters, numbers, or underscores.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the ID, leading to an invalid character being used at the beginning.
  Configuration Issue: If the ID is being generated programmatically, there may be a bug in the code that constructs the ID, leading to an invalid format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Identifier: Review the ID that is causing the error. Ensure that it starts with a letter and follows the naming conventions required by SAP.
  Correct the Input: If the ID was entered manually, correct it to start with a letter. For example, if the ID is currently '&example', change it to 'example' or 'A_example'.
  Review Code Logic: If the ID is generated by a program or script, check the logic that creates the ID. Ensure that it always starts with a letter and modify the code if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for naming conventions to ensure compliance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for identifiers to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Debugging: If you are a developer, consider using debugging tools to trace where the ID is being generated or modified to identify the root cause of the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that might address this error or provide additional context.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CRM_SUITE302 error and ensure that your identifiers are correctly formatted.