How To Fix P0853 - Short name '&' has not been accepted since it contains blank characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 853

• Message text: Short name '&' has not been accepted since it contains blank characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P0853 - Short name '&' has not been accepted since it contains blank characters ?

  The SAP error message P0853 indicates that a short name you are trying to use contains blank characters, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in various contexts within SAP, such as when defining names for objects, variables, or other identifiers.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create or modify an object (like a variable, function, or table) and the name you provide includes spaces or blank characters.
  SAP requires that identifiers (short names) be continuous strings without any spaces.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Name: Review the short name you are trying to use and ensure that it does not contain any spaces or blank characters.
  Modify the Name: If the name does contain spaces, replace them with underscores (_) or remove them entirely to create a valid identifier.
  Follow Naming Conventions: Ensure that the name adheres to SAP's naming conventions, which typically require that names start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores, but no spaces.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for the specific context you are working in (e.g., ABAP variables, database tables, etc.).
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for guidelines on naming objects in the specific module you are working with.
  Testing: After making the changes, test the object or functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to eliminate the P0853 error and successfully use the desired short name in your SAP environment.