How To Fix SPXN160 - ABAP name &1 is invalid, name must start with &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPXN - Proxy Generation

• Message number: 160

• Message text: ABAP name &1 is invalid, name must start with &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPXN160 - ABAP name &1 is invalid, name must start with &2 ?

  The SAP error message SPXN160 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of an ABAP object. Specifically, the error message states that the ABAP name provided (represented by &1) is invalid because it does not conform to the required naming rules, which specify that the name must start with a certain character (represented by &2).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Naming Convention: The name of the ABAP object does not start with the required character. For example, ABAP object names must start with a letter (A-Z) or an underscore (_).
  Special Characters: The name may contain invalid characters or may not follow the naming conventions set by SAP.
  Length Restrictions: The name may exceed the maximum length allowed for the specific type of ABAP object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SPXN160 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Naming Rules: Ensure that the ABAP name starts with a valid character (usually a letter or underscore) and does not contain any invalid characters.
  Modify the Name: If the name is invalid, modify it to comply with the naming conventions. For example, if the name starts with a number or a special character, change it to start with a letter or underscore.
  Review Object Type: Make sure you are using the correct naming conventions for the specific type of ABAP object you are working with (e.g., function modules, classes, data elements, etc.).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for specific naming conventions related to the type of object you are creating or modifying.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for different types of objects. For example, function modules should typically start with a letter and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  ABAP Development Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the ABAP development guidelines provided by SAP, which outline best practices for naming and structuring your code.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to create or modify ABAP objects and check for naming issues.
  
  By following these steps and guidelines, you should be able to resolve the SPXN160 error and successfully create or modify your ABAP objects.