How To Fix DO174 - Namespace in name & is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Namespace in name & is empty

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE DDDOC_NAMESPACE OBJECT DOKU ID TX
You defined an object name that begins with '//', that is an object
name with an empty namespace.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Define the object name in the form described above.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO174 - Namespace in name & is empty ?

  The SAP error message DO174, which states "Namespace in name & is empty," typically occurs when there is an issue with the naming convention of an object in the SAP system. This error is often related to the use of namespaces in ABAP development, particularly when creating or modifying objects such as function modules, classes, or other repository objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Empty Namespace: The error indicates that the namespace part of the object name is missing or not defined. In SAP, namespaces are used to avoid naming conflicts between different development objects.
  Incorrect Naming Convention: The object name may not conform to the required naming conventions, which include the use of a valid namespace.
  Transport Request Issues: If the object is being transported from one system to another, there may be issues with the transport request that affect the namespace.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Name: Ensure that the object name you are trying to create or modify includes