How To Fix HRASR00_FBD071 - Name &1 must start with a letter or a number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_FBD - HR Admin. Serv.: Form-Based Dialogs and Backend

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Name &1 must start with a letter or a number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_FBD071 - Name &1 must start with a letter or a number ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_FBD071 indicates that a certain name (likely a variable, field, or identifier) does not conform to the naming conventions required by the system. Specifically, the error states that the name must start with a letter or a number, which means that it cannot start with special characters or spaces.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Naming Convention: The name you are trying to use starts with an invalid character (e.g., special characters like @, #, $, etc., or a space).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the name.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific rules or configurations that enforce naming conventions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Name: Review the name you are trying to use and ensure it starts with a letter (A-Z) or a number (0-9).
  Modify the Name: If the name starts with an invalid character, change it to start with a valid character. For example, if the name is @example, change it to example or 1example.
  Follow Naming Conventions: Ensure that the name adheres to any additional naming conventions that may be specified in your organization's SAP guidelines.
  Test Again: After making the necessary changes, try to execute the action again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to the module you are working with for more details on naming conventions.
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working within a specific transaction, ensure that you are familiar with the requirements and limitations of that transaction.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.