How To Fix PAK_WB_FOUNDATION203 - Name "&1" not valid for object directory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAK_WB_FOUNDATION - Error messages for package SPAK_WB_FOUNDATION

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Name "&1" not valid for object directory

What causes this issue?

Object names must comply with certain restrictions if the object should
be registered with the object directory (where most objects need to be
registered with the object directory normally). In particular, special
characters (such as $, %, &, etc.) or space characters within the name
are not allowed.

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?

Choose a different name.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAK_WB_FOUNDATION203 - Name "&1" not valid for object directory ?

  The SAP error message PAK_WB_FOUNDATION203 indicates that there is an issue with the name of an object in the object directory. Specifically, the message states that the name provided (represented by "&1") is not valid for the object directory. This error typically occurs in the context of working with SAP's Workbench or when dealing with object management in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Object Name: The name provided for the object does not conform to the naming conventions or is not recognized by the system.
  Object Not Found: The object may not exist in the object directory, possibly due to deletion or incorrect configuration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the object.
  Transport Issues: If the object is part of a transport request, it may not have been imported correctly or is missing in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Object Name: Verify that the name of the object is correct and follows the naming conventions set by SAP. Ensure there are no typos or formatting issues.
  Object Existence: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the object exists in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the object. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify permissions.
  Transport Request: If the object is part of a transport request, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported successfully. If not, you may need to re-import the transport or check for any issues in the transport process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific object type you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.