How To Fix ICE_NOTICE003 - &1 is not a valid alias, use only letters, numbers and "_"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICE_NOTICE - Information Control Environment Notices

• Message number: 003

• Message text: &1 is not a valid alias, use only letters, numbers and "_"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICE_NOTICE003 - &1 is not a valid alias, use only letters, numbers and "_" ?

  The SAP error message ICE_NOTICE003 indicates that there is an issue with the alias you are trying to use in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the alias you provided is not valid because it does not conform to the naming conventions required by SAP. The valid characters for an alias are limited to letters (A-Z, a-z), numbers (0-9), and underscores (_).
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Characters: The alias contains characters that are not allowed, such as spaces, special characters (e.g., @, #, $, etc.), or punctuation.
  Incorrect Format: The alias may not start with a letter or may be too long or too short based on the system's requirements.
  Leading or Trailing Spaces: Sometimes, leading or trailing spaces can cause the alias to be considered invalid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Alias: Review the alias you are trying to use and ensure it only contains valid characters (letters, numbers, and underscores).
  Rename the Alias: If the alias contains invalid characters, rename it to conform to the naming conventions. For example, change my alias! to my_alias.
  Remove Spaces: Ensure there are no leading or trailing spaces in the alias.
  Follow Naming Conventions: Make sure the alias starts with a letter and adheres to any length restrictions set by your SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and valid characters for aliases.
  System Configuration: Check if there are any specific configurations or restrictions in your SAP environment that might affect alias naming.
  Testing: After making the changes, test the alias again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.