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How To Fix GS604 - Enter a valid name


GS604 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GS - Sets

  • Message number: 604

  • Message text: Enter a valid name

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have tried to create a group or set with the name "&V1&". However,
    this is not a valid name.
    Permitted characters in names are:
    letters (but not umlauts)
    numbers
    underscores ('_') and
    hyphens ('-').
    The first character must be a letter.
    The names 'NOT', 'AND', 'NAND', 'OR', 'NOR', 'TRUE', 'T', 'FALSE' and
    'F' are also not allowed.
    Blanks in the middle of the name are not allowed.

    System Response

    The system rejects the name.

    How to fix this error?

    Use a permitted name.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


GS604 - Details

  • The SAP error message GS604 "Enter a valid name" typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a name in a field that does not meet the system's validation criteria. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying records in SAP, including but not limited to user accounts, vendor records, or material master data.
    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 by the system.
    Field Format: The field may require a specific format (e.g., uppercase letters only, no numbers).
    Mandatory Fields: The name field may be mandatory, and if left blank or filled incorrectly, it triggers this error.
    
    Configuration Issues: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce certain naming conventions. Solutions: Check Input: Ensure that the name you are entering does not contain any invalid characters or spaces. Stick to alphanumeric

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