How To Fix DS028 - Program names SAPDB..., SAP...COM/SEL are reserved for logical databases

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DS - Messages for Editing Text Elements in ABAP Programs

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Program names SAPDB..., SAP...COM/SEL are reserved for logical databases

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create a program name either beginning with
<LB>SAPDB</> or beginning with <LB>SAP</> and ending with <LB>COM</> or
<LB>SEL</>. These namespaces are reserved for logical database.
You maintain logical databases and the associated database access
programs with Transaction SE36.

System Response

The associated TADIR entry of such a program is R3TR LDBA (..), not
R3TR PROG.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different program name.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DS028 - Program names SAPDB..., SAP...COM/SEL are reserved for logical databases ?

  The SAP error message DS028 indicates that you are trying to use a program name that is reserved for logical databases. In SAP, certain program names are predefined and reserved for specific purposes, such as logical databases, which are used to retrieve data from the database in a structured way.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify a program using a name that starts with "SAPDB" or "SAP" followed by "COM/SEL". These prefixes are reserved for logical databases in SAP.
  The naming convention for programs in SAP is strict, and using reserved names can lead to conflicts or unexpected behavior.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Rename the Program: Choose a different name for your program that does not start with the reserved prefixes. Ensure that the new name adheres to SAP's naming conventions (e.g., starting with Z or Y for custom programs).
  Check Existing Programs: If you are modifying an existing program,