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How To Fix E0557 - Choose another name! Name range reserved!


E0557 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

  • Message number: 557

  • Message text: Choose another name! Name range reserved!

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  • What causes this issue?

    Name of Form
    A + digit sequence
    are reserved for the generation of tRFC port names for internal number
    assignment.

    System Response

    You cannot insert a port of a different type with a name of this type
    or a tRFC port with an external number assignment.

    How to fix this error?

    Please choose a different name.

    Procedure for System Administrators

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


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


E0557 - Details

  • The SAP error message E0557, which states "Choose another name! Name range reserved!", typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an object (like a program, function module, or class) in the SAP system using a name that is already reserved or in use by the system or another user. This can happen in various contexts, such as when naming a new ABAP program, function module, or class.
    
    Cause: Reserved Names: The name you are trying to use is part of a reserved naming convention in SAP. Certain prefixes or name ranges are reserved for SAP standard objects or for specific development purposes. Existing Objects: The name you are trying to use may already be in use by another object in the system. Namespace Conflicts: If you are working in a namespace, the name might be reserved within that namespace.
    Solution: Choose a Different Name: The simplest solution is to select a different name

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