How To Fix SMARTFORMS220 - Name & is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Name & is invalid

What causes this issue?

The name of a Smart Form or a Smart Style can only consist of letters,
digits, and underscores (_). The first character has to be a letter.
A name space prefix can preceed the name. A name space prefix starts
and ends with a slash (/). The characters for the name space are
entered between the slashes. A name space prefix can have a maximum of
10 characters including the slashes.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS220 - Name & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message "SMARTFORMS220 Name & is invalid" typically occurs when you are trying to access or create a Smart Form with an invalid name. This error can arise due to several reasons, including naming conventions not being followed or the Smart Form not existing in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Name Format: The name of the Smart Form does not adhere to the naming conventions set by SAP. For example, it may contain special characters or start with a number.
  Non-Existent Smart Form: You may be trying to access a Smart Form that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Smart Form.
  Transport Issues: If the Smart Form was transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the Smart Form name follows the SAP naming conventions. Valid names typically start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Verify Existence: Use transaction code SMARTFORMS to check if the Smart Form exists. If it does not, you may need to create it or check with your development team.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the Smart Form. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  Transport Check: If the Smart Form was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was imported correctly. You may need to re-import the transport request if there were issues.
  Use Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the correct transaction code to access or create the Smart Form.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Smart Forms for detailed guidelines on naming conventions and usage.
  SAP Community: The SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for troubleshooting specific issues related to Smart Forms.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SMARTFORMS (to create or modify Smart Forms) and SE80 (Object Navigator) for broader development tasks.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.