How To Fix EC383 - Do not use the letters &1 for menus in the menu bar

EC383 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EC - Development environment: Menu Painter

• Message number: 383

• Message text: Do not use the letters &1 for menus in the menu bar

What causes this issue?

The letters are reserved for the 'System' and 'Help' menus.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EC383 - Do not use the letters &1 for menus in the menu bar ?

  The SAP error message EC383, which states "Do not use the letters &1 for menus in the menu bar," typically occurs when there is an issue with the definition of menu items in the SAP GUI. This error is related to the use of special characters or reserved symbols in the menu bar, particularly the ampersand (&) character, which is used in SAP to denote a shortcut key for menu items.
  
  Cause:
  
  Improper Use of Ampersand: The ampersand (&) is used in SAP to define keyboard shortcuts for menu items. If a menu item is defined with an ampersand followed by a letter, it indicates that the letter is a shortcut key. If the letter is not valid or is used incorrectly, this error can occur.
  Reserved Characters: Certain characters are reserved in SAP for specific functions. Using these characters inappropriately in menu definitions can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Menu Definitions: Review the