How To Fix E2129 - Select a name for the type group of not more than 5 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E2 - DE Data Dictionary

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Select a name for the type group of not more than 5 characters

What causes this issue?

The name of a type group may not exceed 5 places.

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?

Correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E2129 - Select a name for the type group of not more than 5 characters ?

  The SAP error message E2129, which states "Select a name for the type group of not more than 5 characters," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a type group in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or during the creation of a new data type in the ABAP programming environment. The error indicates that the name you have provided for the type group exceeds the maximum allowed length of 5 characters.
  Cause:
  
  The name you entered for the type group is longer than 5 characters. In SAP, type group names must adhere to specific naming conventions, including a maximum length.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the Name: Ensure that the name you are trying to use for the type group is 5 characters or fewer. For example, if you entered "MyTypeGroup", you could shorten it to "MTG01" or "TGRP".
  
  
  Naming Conventions: Follow SAP's naming conventions for type groups. Typically, they should be:
  
  Alphanumeric (letters and numbers).
  Start with a letter.
  Not contain special characters or spaces.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Type Groups: If you are trying to create a type group with a name that is already in use, you will need to choose a different name.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Type Groups: In ABAP, a type group is a collection of data types that can be used across different programs. They are useful for defining common data structures that can be reused.
  Transaction Codes: You can create or manage type groups using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator).
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or ABAP documentation for more details on naming conventions and best practices for creating type groups.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the E2129 error and successfully create or modify your type group in SAP.