How To Fix RSO_RES_IOBJ005 - Name &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_IOBJ - InfoObject Resource

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Name &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_IOBJ005 - Name &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_IOBJ005, which states "Name &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when dealing with InfoObjects, queries, or data sources. This error indicates that the name specified for an InfoObject or related component is not recognized or is invalid.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Name Format: The name of the InfoObject may not conform to the naming conventions required by SAP. For example, it may contain invalid characters or exceed the maximum length.
  Non-Existent InfoObject: The InfoObject you are trying to reference may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Transport Issues: If the InfoObject was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that caused it to become invalid.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The InfoObject may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Name Format: Ensure that the name of the InfoObject adheres to SAP's naming conventions. It should typically start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Verify Existence: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) to check if the InfoObject exists in the system.
  Re-transport InfoObject: If the InfoObject was recently transported, consider re-transporting it or checking the transport logs for errors.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the InfoObject. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations.
  Activate InfoObject: If the InfoObject is not activated, activate it using transaction RSA1 or RSD1 (InfoObject maintenance).
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings of the InfoObject to ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly defined.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 for the Data Warehousing Workbench, RSD1 for InfoObject maintenance, and SE11 for Data Dictionary.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on InfoObjects and their configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or BW support team for further assistance.