How To Fix GQ054 - Only letters, numbers and '_' are allowed for the name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GQ - FI-SL: Interface to Business Information Warehouse

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Only letters, numbers and '_' are allowed for the name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GQ054 - Only letters, numbers and '_' are allowed for the name ?

  The SAP error message GQ054 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of an object you are trying to create or modify in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that only letters (A-Z, a-z), numbers (0-9), and underscores (_) are allowed in the name. This error typically occurs when the name you have entered contains invalid characters, such as spaces, special characters (like @, #, $, etc.), or starts with a number.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The name you are trying to use contains characters that are not permitted.
  Leading Numbers: The name may start with a number, which is not allowed in many SAP naming conventions.
  Spaces: The name may contain spaces, which are also not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Name: Review the name you are trying to use and ensure it only contains letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Rename the Object: If the name is invalid, modify it to comply with the naming rules. For example:
  
  Change My Object 1 to My_Object_1
  Change @MyObject to MyObject
  
  
  Follow Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the specific naming conventions for the type of object you are working with in SAP (e.g., variable names, function names, etc.).
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Different types of objects in SAP (like programs, function modules, classes, etc.) have specific naming conventions. It's important to adhere to these conventions to avoid errors.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines for the specific module or object type you are working with to understand the naming rules.
  Testing: After making changes to the name, test the object creation or modification again to ensure the error is resolved.
  
  By ensuring that the name adheres to the allowed character set and follows the naming conventions, you should be able to resolve the GQ054 error.