How To Fix RSDL057 - Field name &1 is reserved in BW. Use another field name for the view

RSDL057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDL - BW DB Connect

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Field name &1 is reserved in BW. Use another field name for the view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDL057 - Field name &1 is reserved in BW. Use another field name for the view ?

  The SAP error message RSDL057 indicates that you are trying to use a field name in a BW (Business Warehouse) view that is reserved or already in use by the system. This typically occurs when you are creating or modifying a DataSource, InfoObject, or a query in BW and you attempt to use a field name that conflicts with existing reserved names or system-defined fields.
  
  Cause:
  
  Reserved Field Names: Certain field names are reserved by SAP for internal use or are already defined in the BW system. Using these names can lead to conflicts and errors.
  Naming Conventions: The BW system has specific naming conventions and restrictions. If your field name does not comply with these conventions, it may trigger this error.
  Existing Objects: The field name you are trying to use may already be associated with another object in the BW system, leading to a naming conflict.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose a Different Name: The simplest solution