How To Fix OAF_SCHED031 - Variant prefix &1 is reserved

OAF_SCHED031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OAF_SCHED - Agent Framework: Scheduling of Agents

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Variant prefix &1 is reserved

What causes this issue?

You have entered a <DS:DE.OAF_SCHED_VARI_PREFIX>variant prefix</> that
is reserved for internal purposes.

System Response

The system terminates processing.

How to fix this error?

Enter another prefix.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OAF_SCHED031 - Variant prefix &1 is reserved ?

  The SAP error message OAF_SCHED031 with the description "Variant prefix &1 is reserved" typically occurs in the context of the Oracle Application Framework (OAF) when dealing with scheduling or variant management. This error indicates that the variant prefix you are trying to use is already reserved by the system for a specific purpose, and therefore cannot be used for your custom variants.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reserved Prefix: The prefix you are trying to use for your variant is predefined or reserved by SAP for system use or for specific applications.
  Naming Conflicts: There may be a naming conflict with existing variants or system-defined prefixes that are not visible to the user.
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the OAF or related applications that restrict the use of certain prefixes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Use a Different Prefix: The simplest solution is to choose a different prefix for your variant that is not reserved. Check the documentation or naming conventions