How To Fix R7110 - Object name &1 must be alphanumeric

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Object name &1 must be alphanumeric

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

What causes this issue?

The object name can only be made up of characters "
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0123456789_" (without spaces inbetween).

System Response

How to fix this error?

Assign a name in accordance with the rule specified above.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7110 - Object name &1 must be alphanumeric ?

  The SAP error message R7110, which states "Object name &1 must be alphanumeric," typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an object (such as a table, field, or other database object) in the SAP system, and the name you have provided does not meet the required naming conventions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the object name you are trying to use contains invalid characters. In SAP, object names must adhere to specific rules:
  
  They must be alphanumeric, meaning they can only contain letters (A-Z, a-z) and numbers (0-9).
  Special characters, spaces, and certain symbols are not allowed.
  The name must also follow the length restrictions (usually a maximum of 30 characters).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Object Name: Review the name you are trying to use for the object. Ensure that it only contains letters and numbers.
  Rename the Object: If the name contains invalid characters, modify it to comply with the alphanumeric requirement. For example, replace any special characters or spaces with underscores or remove them entirely.
  Follow Naming Conventions: Ensure that the name adheres to any additional naming conventions that may be specific to your organization or the type of object you are creating.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for specific guidelines on naming conventions for different types of objects.
  Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code (like SE11 for Data Dictionary objects), ensure you are following the guidelines for that transaction.
  Testing: After making the changes, try to create or modify the object again to see if the error persists.
  
  By ensuring that the object name is strictly alphanumeric and adheres to the required conventions, you should be able to resolve the R7110 error.