How To Fix RSM_RULE_UI018 - A Context Extension ID should start with &1.

RSM_RULE_UI018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM_RULE_UI - Responsibility Rule UI Messages

• Message number: 018

• Message text: A Context Extension ID should start with &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM_RULE_UI018 - A Context Extension ID should start with &1. ?

  The SAP error message RSM_RULE_UI018 indicates that there is an issue with the Context Extension ID in the context of SAP's Business Rules Framework (BRF+). Specifically, the error message states that the Context Extension ID should start with a specific character or string, denoted by &1.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The Context Extension ID provided does not conform to the naming conventions or requirements set by the system.
  The ID may be missing a required prefix or may contain invalid characters.
  There may be a configuration or data entry error when defining the context extension.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the Context Extension ID you are using starts with the required prefix as indicated by the error message. The prefix is usually defined in the system documentation or configuration settings.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the BRF+ workbench and review the configuration of the context extension. Make