How To Fix PV538 - Short name &1 is numerical (could be confused with ID)

PV538 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PV - Training and Event Management

• Message number: 538

• Message text: Short name &1 is numerical (could be confused with ID)

What causes this issue?

You have entered "&V1&" as the short name for the object, that is, only
numbers.
This is not an error; it is simply for your information.

How to fix this error?

It is advisable but not mandatory to use letters rather than numbers
as a short name for objects. It facilitates your work when searching for
the object since a search can be done both for the short name and the
object ID. It also helps avoid confusion.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PV538 - Short name &1 is numerical (could be confused with ID) ?

  The SAP error message PV538 indicates that a short name you are trying to use is purely numerical, which can lead to confusion with an ID. This error typically arises in contexts where a short name is expected to be alphanumeric, but the input provided consists solely of numbers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Numerical Input: The short name you are trying to enter is entirely made up of digits (e.g., "12345").
  ID Confusion: SAP systems may interpret purely numerical short names as IDs, which can lead to ambiguity in processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should modify the short name you are trying to use. Here are some steps you can take:
  
  Change the Short Name: Use a combination of letters and numbers. For example, instead of "12345", you could use "ABC123" or "ShortName1".
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the short name adheres to any specific naming conventions or guidelines set by your organization or the SAP system.
  Validation: Before