How To Fix ECN013 - Configuration &1 is in customer name space


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: ECN - Message class for IS-U navigator customizing

  • Message number: 013

  • Message text: Configuration &1 is in customer name space

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  • What causes this issue?

    Navigator configuration name &V1& is reserved for customers.
    Configuration &V1& should not be processed in an SAP system. The
    customer name space contains all configurations that begin with X, Y,
    or Z.

    System Response

    How to fix this error?

    Cancel the function.
    Choose a configuration from the SAP name space.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECN013 - Configuration &1 is in customer name space ?

    The SAP error message ECN013 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to a specific object or configuration that is in the customer namespace. This typically means that the configuration you are trying to access or modify is defined in a custom namespace (usually starting with "Z" or "Y") that is reserved for customer-specific developments.

    Cause:

    1. Custom Configuration: The configuration you are trying to use or modify is defined in a customer namespace, which means it is not part of the standard SAP configuration.
    2. Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify configurations in the customer namespace.
    3. Incorrect Object Reference: The object you are trying to reference may not exist or may have been deleted or renamed.

    Solution:

    1. Check Configuration: Verify that the configuration you are trying to access exists in the customer namespace. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings.
    2. Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify configurations in the customer namespace. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your roles and permissions.
    3. Consult Documentation: If the configuration is part of a custom development, consult the documentation or the developer who created it to understand its purpose and how to use it correctly.
    4. Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.

    Related Information:

    • Namespace Conventions: In SAP, customer-specific objects are typically created in namespaces that start with "Z" or "Y". This helps differentiate between standard SAP objects and custom developments.
    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE37 (Function Builder) to explore and manage custom objects.
    • SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ECN013 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.

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