How To Fix SV438 - Complete name &

SV438 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 438

• Message text: Complete name &

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SV438 - Details

• The SAP error message SV438 "Complete name &" typically indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention or the completeness of a name field in the system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as when creating or updating master data records (like customer or vendor records) or during data entry in transactions.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Name Fields: The error often arises when the name fields (like first name, last name, or full name) are not filled out completely or are missing.
  Invalid Characters: The presence of invalid characters in the name fields can also trigger this error.
  Field Length Exceeded: If the name exceeds the maximum allowed length for the field, it may cause this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the error can be due to configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce specific naming conventions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Name Fields: Ensure that all required name fields are filled out completely. This includes checking for