How To Fix SMARTFORMS120 - Text name & is not allowed (enter a different text name)

SMARTFORMS120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Text name & is not allowed (enter a different text name)

What causes this issue?

You want to process a word processing object (standard text, graphic,
style, form, font).

System Response

Processing is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Style and form names should always begin with a letter and then only
contain letters or numbers. They should not contain any blank
characters or any special characters.
In contrast, text and graphic names can contain any characters except
for ',' '*'. The name can, however, not be left blank.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SMARTFORMS120 - Details

• The SAP error message SMARTFORMS120 indicates that the text name you are trying to use in a Smart Form is not allowed. This typically occurs when the text name you are trying to create or modify does not meet the naming conventions or restrictions set by SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The text name may contain invalid characters or spaces.
  Reserved Names: The name you are trying to use might be reserved or already in use by the system.
  Naming Conventions: The text name may not adhere to the required naming conventions (e.g., length, format).
  Namespace Issues: If you are working in a specific namespace, the name might not conform to the rules of that namespace.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the text name follows the SAP naming conventions. Typically, it should:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Be within the allowed length (usually up to 30 characters).
  
  
  
  Use Unique Names: Make sure the text name is