How To Fix S_UNIFIED_CON_API271 - Invalid name, allowed characters are [0-9a-zA-Z_]

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_UNIFIED_CON_API - Messages for API for Unified Connectivity

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Invalid name, allowed characters are [0-9a-zA-Z_]

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API271 - Invalid name, allowed characters are [0-9a-zA-Z_] ?

  The SAP error message S_UNIFIED_CON_API271 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of an object or identifier in your SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the name provided is invalid and that only certain characters are allowed: alphanumeric characters (0-9, a-z, A-Z) and underscores (_).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or reference an object (like a variable, function, or database field) with a name that includes invalid characters (e.g., spaces, special characters, or punctuation).
  The name exceeds the maximum length allowed for identifiers in SAP.
  The name is not following the naming conventions set by your organization or SAP standards.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Name: Review the name you are trying to use and ensure it only contains valid characters (0-9, a-z, A-Z, and underscores). Remove any invalid characters.
  
  
  Rename the Object: If the name is invalid, rename the object to conform to the allowed naming conventions. For example, if you have a name like my variable!, change it to my_variable.
  
  
  Length Check: Ensure that the name does not exceed the maximum length allowed for identifiers in SAP. Typically, this is 30 characters for many object types.
  
  
  Consistency: Ensure that the naming convention is consistent with your organization's standards. If there are specific guidelines, follow them to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the object or code again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for different object types (e.g., variables, tables, function modules) to avoid similar errors in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for specific guidelines on naming conventions and restrictions.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the invalid name is being used, consider using debugging tools or logs to trace the source of the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S_UNIFIED_CON_API271 error and ensure that your identifiers conform to the required standards.