How To Fix RSO554 - Name of append &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO - BW Repository

• Message number: 554

• Message text: Name of append &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO554 - Name of append &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message RSO554, which states "Name of append &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when there is an issue with the naming convention of an append structure or when the append structure does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Naming Convention: The name of the append structure does not conform to the required naming conventions in SAP. For example, it may contain invalid characters or exceed the maximum length.
  Non-existent Append Structure: The append structure specified in the error message does not exist in the system or has been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the append structure was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it to not be recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the append structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Naming Convention: Ensure that the name of the append structure follows SAP's naming conventions. Typically, append names should start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Verify Existence: Check if the append structure exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Data Dictionary (SE11) and searching for the append structure.
  Recreate the Append: If the append structure does not exist, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you follow the correct steps to create an append structure for the relevant table.
  Check Transport Logs: If the append structure was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the append structure. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the append structure and SE80 (Object Navigator) to view related objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and creating append structures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.