How To Fix K6475 - Chosen field name is not allowed. Choose another name

K6475 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Chosen field name is not allowed. Choose another name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6475 - Chosen field name is not allowed. Choose another name ?

  The SAP error message K6475, which states "Chosen field name is not allowed. Choose another name," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify a field name in a configuration or data entry process. This error indicates that the field name you have selected is either reserved, invalid, or does not comply with the naming conventions set by SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Reserved Names: The field name you are trying to use may be reserved by SAP for system use or may conflict with existing field names.
  Invalid Characters: The field name may contain invalid characters or may not adhere to the naming conventions (e.g., length restrictions, special characters).
  Field Name Already in Use: The name may already be in use in another context or configuration, leading to a conflict.
  Configuration Restrictions: Certain configurations may have restrictions on the naming of fields based on the specific module or