How To Fix /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES117 - Namespace not adhered to: Entry &1 in table &2, field &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Namespace not adhered to: Entry &1 in table &2, field &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES117 - Namespace not adhered to: Entry &1 in table &2, field &3 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABX_MESSAGES117 indicates that there is a namespace issue with an entry in a specific table and field. This typically means that the entry does not conform to the expected naming conventions or standards set by the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Namespace Violation: The entry in the specified table and field does not follow the defined namespace rules. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect naming conventions.
  Entries that are not prefixed with the appropriate namespace.
  Manual entries that bypassed validation checks.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data might have been imported or modified in a way that violates the expected structure or naming conventions.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they might not adhere to the namespace rules defined in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Entry: Check the specific entry mentioned in the error message. Look at the table and field specified to understand what the problematic entry is.
  
  
  Review Naming Conventions: Ensure that the entry adheres to the naming conventions set by your organization or SAP standards. This may involve:
  
  Adding the correct namespace prefix.
  Renaming the entry to comply with the expected format.
  
  
  
  Data Correction: If the entry is incorrect, you may need to correct it directly in the database or through the appropriate transaction in SAP. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If the issue arises from custom developments, review the code to ensure it adheres to the namespace rules. You may need to refactor the code or adjust the data being processed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines regarding namespace usage to ensure compliance.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the table structure and entries, or SE80 (Object Navigator) for custom developments.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the namespace issue indicated by the error message.