How To Fix /STMC/CR_MSG700 - Error while verifying ABAP element name '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /STMC/CR_MSG -

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Error while verifying ABAP element name '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG700 - Error while verifying ABAP element name '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /STMC/CR_MSG700 typically indicates an issue with the verification of an ABAP element name. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the activation of an object, transport, or when performing checks in the ABAP Workbench.
  Cause:
  The error message /STMC/CR_MSG700 is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Invalid Naming Convention: The ABAP element name does not conform to the naming conventions set by SAP. This could include using special characters, starting with a number, or exceeding the maximum length.
  
  
  Reserved Keywords: The name may be using a reserved keyword or a name that is already in use within the system.
  
  
  Namespace Issues: If you are working in a system with multiple namespaces, the element name may not be correctly prefixed or may conflict with another namespace.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the error occurs during a transport, it may be due to inconsistencies between the source and target systems.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /STMC/CR_MSG700 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the ABAP element name adheres to SAP's naming conventions. The name should:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Not exceed the maximum length (typically 30 characters).
  
  
  
  Avoid Reserved Keywords: Verify that the name does not match any reserved keywords in ABAP. You can refer to the ABAP documentation for a list of reserved keywords.
  
  
  Namespace Verification: If applicable, ensure that the element name is correctly prefixed with the appropriate namespace. This is particularly important in systems that use customer namespaces.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Make sure that the name is unique within the context it is being used. You can search for existing elements in the ABAP Dictionary (SE11) or the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Transport Consistency: If the error occurs during a transport, check the transport logs for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all objects are correctly included in the transport request and that the target system is in sync with the source system.
  
  
  Re-activate the Object: After making the necessary changes, try to re-activate the object or re-run the transport.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions for ABAP elements, which can be found in the SAP Help Portal or ABAP documentation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Debugging Tools: Use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to investigate the object and its properties.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.