How To Fix SCBO_CONSISTENCY_CHK026 - Node ID &1 must start with a letter.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCBO_CONSISTENCY_CHK - Consistency check messages for Custom Business Objects

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Node ID &1 must start with a letter.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCBO_CONSISTENCY_CHK026 - Node ID &1 must start with a letter. ?

  The SAP error message SCBO_CONSISTENCY_CHK026 indicates that a Node ID in your configuration must start with a letter. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management (BPM) when defining nodes in a process or workflow.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the Node ID you are trying to use does not conform to the naming conventions required by SAP. Specifically, Node IDs must start with an alphabetic character (A-Z, a-z) and cannot start with a number or special character.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Node ID: Review the Node ID that is causing the error. Ensure that it starts with a letter. For example, if your Node ID is "1Node", change it to "Node1".
  
  
  Modify the Node ID: If the Node ID is incorrect, modify it to comply with the naming conventions. Make sure it follows the rules:
  
  Starts with a letter (A-Z, a-z)
  Can contain letters, numbers, and underscores thereafter
  
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making the changes, validate the configuration to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Test the Workflow/Process: Once the Node ID is corrected, test the workflow or process to ensure that it functions as expected without any further errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for various objects, including Node IDs, to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Business Workflow or BPM for more details on naming conventions and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message, as there may be additional context or solutions provided by SAP.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.