How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2723 - Application object type &1 contains forbidden characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2 - Object Model Repository (2)

• Message number: 723

• Message text: Application object type &1 contains forbidden characters

What causes this issue?

Application object type &v1& contains forbidden characters.

System Response

Only the following characters are allowed:
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0123456789-_/$<(>,<)>

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2723 - Application object type &1 contains forbidden characters ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2723 indicates that an application object type contains forbidden characters. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify an object in the SAP system, and the name or identifier of that object includes characters that are not allowed according to the naming conventions defined by SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of special characters or spaces in the name of the application object type. SAP has specific rules regarding which characters can be used in object names, and using forbidden characters will trigger this error.
  Common Forbidden Characters:
  
  Special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, *, etc.)
  Spaces
  Certain punctuation marks
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which application object type is causing the error. The error message will typically include the name of the object type that contains forbidden characters.
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Review the naming conventions for the specific type of object you are working with. Ensure that the name adheres to the allowed character set.
  
  
  Rename the Object: If the object name contains forbidden characters, rename it using only valid characters. Valid characters typically include:
  
  Letters (A-Z, a-z)
  Numbers (0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After renaming the object, try to save or activate it again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the naming conventions for a specific object type, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes often provide additional context or solutions for known issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system configuration settings may affect naming conventions. Consult with your SAP Basis or system administrator if you suspect this might be the case.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_RP2723 error and successfully work with your application object types in SAP.