How To Fix R9E996 - Change the generated technical name '&1' before you save


R9E996 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: R9E - Error Messages for Query Designer .NET

  • Message number: 996

  • Message text: Change the generated technical name '&1' before you save

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  • What causes this issue?

    A technical name was generated for the new element '&V1&'. Technical
    names cannot be changed once they are saved; if you want to change the
    name, do so before you save the object.

    How to fix this error?

    To accept the technical name generated, you can save without changing
    the name.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


R9E996 - Details

  • The SAP error message R9E996, which states "Change the generated technical name '&1' before you save," typically occurs in the context of creating or modifying objects in the SAP system, such as data elements, domains, or other repository objects. This error indicates that the system has generated a technical name for the object that does not conform to the naming conventions or standards set by SAP.
    
    Cause: Naming Conventions: SAP has specific rules for naming objects, including length restrictions and character limitations. The generated name may not meet these criteria. Reserved Names: The generated name might conflict with reserved names or existing objects in the system. Technical Name Length: The technical name might exceed the maximum allowed length (typically 30 characters for many object types). Invalid Characters: The generated name may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in SAP technical names.
    Solution: Manual Renaming: Change the generated technical name to a valid one that adheres to

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