How To Fix SCRL473 - Structures must not start with SAP. (Caused by Structure ID &1)

SCRL473 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCRL - Messages for custom resuse libraries

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Structures must not start with SAP. (Caused by Structure ID &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCRL473 - Structures must not start with SAP. (Caused by Structure ID &1) ?

  The SAP error message SCRL473 indicates that a structure name (Structure ID) is not valid because it starts with the prefix "SAP." In SAP, certain naming conventions are enforced to avoid conflicts with standard SAP objects. Specifically, structures that begin with "SAP" are reserved for SAP's own use, and custom structures should not use this prefix.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create or modify a structure in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or during a transport that includes a structure with an ID that starts with "SAP." This is a safeguard to ensure that custom developments do not interfere with standard SAP objects.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to rename the structure so that it does not start with the prefix "SAP." Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Structure: Note the Structure ID mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1).
  
  
  Rename the Structure:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Enter the