How To Fix TB380 - Command file name & is invalid

TB380 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TB - SM31 table maintenance messages

• Message number: 380

• Message text: Command file name & is invalid

What causes this issue?

When you use SM29 as a parameter transaction, a name longer than ten
characters is passed as a parameter.

System Response

The system waits for a valid name (i.e. a name no more than ten
characters in length).

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid name or exit from the transaction. Before calling
transaction SM29 again as a parameter transaction, please ensure that
the parameter name is shorter than eleven characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TB380 - Command file name & is invalid ?

  The SAP error message TB380, which states "Command file name & is invalid," typically occurs when there is an issue with the command file name specified in a transaction or program. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when using batch input sessions, running scripts, or executing certain commands in SAP.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The command file name may contain invalid characters or formatting that SAP does not recognize.
  File Path Issues: The specified file path may be incorrect or the file may not exist in the specified location.
  File Naming Conventions: The file name may not adhere to SAP's naming conventions, which can include restrictions on length and character types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified file or directory.
  Environment Issues: The system environment may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in locating or executing the command file.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check File Name: Ensure that the