How To Fix /IWBEP/SBOD151 - Node name '&1' must start with a letter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Node name '&1' must start with a letter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD151 - Node name '&1' must start with a letter ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD151 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a node in your OData service definition. Specifically, the error states that the node name must start with a letter, which is a requirement for valid identifiers in many programming and data definition contexts.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to define a node (entity type, entity set, or similar) in your OData service that does not adhere to the naming rules. In this case, the node name you provided starts with a character that is not a letter (for example, it might start with a number or a special character).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Node Name: Review the node name that is causing the error. Ensure that it starts with a letter (A-Z or a-z).
  
  
  Rename the Node: If the node name starts with a number or special character, rename it to start with a letter. For example, if your node is named 1Node, change it to Node1.
  
  
  Update References: If the node name is referenced elsewhere in your OData service or application, make sure to update those references to match the new name.
  
  
  Re-activate the OData Service: After making the changes, you may need to re-activate the OData service to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  
  Test the Service: After re-activating, test the OData service to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions for OData services in SAP. Generally, identifiers should start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for OData services for more details on naming conventions and best practices.
  Debugging: If you continue to encounter issues, consider using debugging tools or logs to trace where the invalid node name is being defined or referenced.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /IWBEP/SBOD151 error and successfully define your OData service nodes.