How To Fix SYCM_APS102 - Couldn't start run series: &1 doesn't match the pattern $*S or $*R

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SYCM_APS - Custom Code Management App texts

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Couldn't start run series: &1 doesn't match the pattern $*S or $*R

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SYCM_APS102 - Couldn't start run series: &1 doesn't match the pattern $*S or $*R ?

  The SAP error message SYCM_APS102 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a run series in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the run series name you are trying to use does not match the expected pattern, which is either $*S (for a series) or $*R (for a run).
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Naming Convention: The run series name you are trying to start does not conform to the required naming pattern. The system expects names that start with a dollar sign ($) followed by any characters and ending with either S or R.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the run series name you are trying to use.
  
  Configuration Issues: The run series may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Run Series Name:
  
  Ensure that the run