How To Fix P0488 - Sign & is no longer allowed in the object name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P0 - Messages for Transactions PE01, PE02 and PE03

• Message number: 488

• Message text: Sign & is no longer allowed in the object name

What causes this issue?

In the name for a new object to be created, you use a special character
that is no longer permitted for transportable objects.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You should only use digits, letters A-Z, and the following special
characters:
& ( ) - / : ; < = > for schemas and rules
& ( ) - ; < > for functions and operations
This only applies for new objects to be created; payroll schemas and
rules that already exist can be processed further. For more information
see note 203490.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P0488 - Sign & is no longer allowed in the object name ?

  The SAP error message "P0488 Sign & is no longer allowed in the object name" typically occurs when there is an issue with the naming conventions used in your ABAP programs, database objects, or other SAP objects. The error indicates that the use of the "Sign" character (often represented as "&") is not permitted in the naming of these objects.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Character: The error is triggered because the object name contains the "&" character, which is not allowed in SAP object names.
  Legacy Code: If you are working with legacy code or objects that were created in older versions of SAP, they may contain invalid characters that are no longer supported.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for different types of objects (e.g., tables, programs, function modules). The use of special characters like "&" violates these conventions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Rename the Object: Identify the object that is causing the error and rename it to remove the "&" character. Ensure that the new name adheres to SAP's naming conventions.
  
  For example, if you have a table named Z_MY_TABLE&1, you could rename it to Z_MY_TABLE_1.
  
  
  
  Check Code References: After renaming the object, ensure that all references to the old object name in your code are updated to reflect the new name.
  
  
  Use Transaction SE11 or SE80: You can use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to find and rename the object.
  
  
  Review Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for different object types to avoid similar issues in the future. For example:
  
  Table names should start with "Z" or "Y" for custom objects.
  Function module names should follow a specific format without special characters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and restrictions for various object types.
  ABAP Development Guidelines: Review the ABAP development guidelines provided by SAP to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Error Handling: If you encounter this error during a transport or upgrade, check the transport logs for additional context on the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your object names comply with SAP's requirements.