How To Fix SCRL471 - The Structure ID &1 must only contain uppercase characters, digits or _.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCRL - Messages for custom resuse libraries

• Message number: 471

• Message text: The Structure ID &1 must only contain uppercase characters, digits or _.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCRL471 - The Structure ID &1 must only contain uppercase characters, digits or _. ?

  The SAP error message SCRL471 indicates that there is an issue with the Structure ID you are trying to use. Specifically, the error states that the Structure ID must only contain uppercase characters, digits, or underscores (_). This is a validation rule in SAP to ensure that identifiers are consistent and follow a specific naming convention.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the Structure ID you are trying to create or modify contains:
  
  Lowercase letters
  Special characters (other than underscores)
  Spaces
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Structure ID: Review the Structure ID you are trying to use and ensure it adheres to the naming conventions.
  Modify the Structure ID: Change the Structure ID to:
  
  Use only uppercase letters (A-Z)
  Include digits (0-9) if necessary
  Use underscores (_) as needed
  
  
  Re-attempt the operation: After making the necessary changes, try to save or activate the structure again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions for various objects. This can help prevent similar errors in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidelines on naming conventions and structure definitions.
  Testing: If you are developing or modifying structures, consider implementing a testing phase to catch such errors early in the development process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SCRL471 error and successfully create or modify your Structure ID in SAP.