How To Fix CZ185 - This class type must begin with 9 or a letter


CZ185 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

  • Message number: 185

  • Message text: This class type must begin with 9 or a letter

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  • What causes this issue?

    For new class types there is a name space reserved beginning with '9'
    or a letter. You have specified class type &V1&, which does not adhere
    to this convention.

    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?

    Specify a class type, which lies in the valid name area reserved.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ185 - This class type must begin with 9 or a letter ?
    The SAP error message CZ185, which states "This class type must begin with 9 or a letter," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a class type in the SAP system, and the class type you are using does not conform to the naming conventions required by SAP.
    
    Cause: Invalid Class Type Name: The class type you are trying to create or modify does not start with a valid character. In SAP, class types must begin with a digit (9) or a letter (A-Z). Typographical Error: There may be a typographical error in the class type name, such as starting with a special character or a space. Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings or the way the class type is being defined may not adhere to SAP's naming conventions.
    Solution: Check Class Type Name: Ensure that the class type you are trying to create or modify starts with a digit (9) or a letter

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