How To Fix DS029 - Program name & is reserved for ABAP Workbench

DS029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Program name & is reserved for ABAP Workbench

You attempted to create a program with a name which is reserved for
special areas within the ABAP Workbench - classes, for example
(reserved name FUNCTIONS and METHODS).

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 DS029 - Program name & is reserved for ABAP Workbench ?

  The SAP error message DS029 indicates that the program name you are trying to use is reserved for the ABAP Workbench. This typically occurs when you attempt to create or modify a program using a name that is not allowed due to SAP's naming conventions and reserved names.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reserved Names: SAP has a set of reserved names for programs, function modules, classes, and other objects that are part of the ABAP Workbench. These names are reserved to prevent conflicts with standard SAP objects.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for custom programs. For example, custom programs should typically start with a specific prefix (like Z or Y) to distinguish them from standard SAP programs.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Program Name: The simplest solution is to rename your program to something that adheres to SAP's naming conventions. Ensure that the name starts with 'Z' or 'Y' to indicate that it is a custom development.
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