How To Fix EU704 - Name does not meet the SAA standard; correct the name

EU704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EU - Development Environment

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Name does not meet the SAA standard; correct the name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EU704 - Name does not meet the SAA standard; correct the name ?

  The SAP error message EU704 indicates that a name (such as a variable, function, or object name) does not conform to the SAA (System Application Architecture) naming conventions. This error typically arises when the name you are trying to use does not meet the required standards for naming in SAP, which can include restrictions on length, character types, and format.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The name may contain special characters or spaces that are not allowed.
  Length Restrictions: The name may exceed the maximum length allowed (usually 30 characters for many SAP objects).
  Naming Conventions: The name may not start with a letter or may not follow the required format (e.g., it may need to start with a specific prefix).
  Reserved Words: The name may be a reserved keyword in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the name adheres to the SAA naming conventions. Typically, names should:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Not exceed the