How To Fix CUMTX645 - Name of database table & is not in the customer name range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 645

• Message text: Name of database table & is not in the customer name range

What causes this issue?

You can only transfer the entries in a variant table to a database
table whose name is within the customer name range. Database table name
&V1& is not within the customer name range.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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 CUMTX645 - Name of database table & is not in the customer name range ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX645 indicates that a specific database table is not within the allowed range of customer-defined names. This typically occurs when a user attempts to create or modify a database table that does not conform to the naming conventions or restrictions set by SAP for customer namespaces.
  Cause:
  
  Naming Convention Violation: SAP has specific naming conventions for database objects. Customer-defined objects usually need to start with a specific prefix (like Z or Y) to distinguish them from standard SAP objects.
  Table Name Outside Customer Range: The table name you are trying to use may not fall within the defined range for customer objects. SAP reserves certain name ranges for its own use.
  Development System Restrictions: If you are working in a development environment, there may be restrictions on the naming of objects that are not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Use Correct Naming Convention: Ensure that the table name starts with the appropriate prefix (usually Z or Y) to indicate that it is a custom object.
  Check Table Name: Verify the name of the table you are trying to create or modify. Make sure it adheres to the naming conventions and is within the customer namespace.
  Adjust Configuration: If you are an administrator, check the configuration settings for the name ranges in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to transaction code SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) and checking the name range settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines regarding naming conventions for database objects to ensure compliance.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) for managing database tables and SE03 for transport-related tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Development Guidelines: Review SAP's development guidelines to ensure that all custom developments are compliant with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CUMTX645 error and successfully create or modify your database table in SAP.