How To Fix /UI2/FIOCONT013 - Action '&1' does not begin with lower case

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/FIOCONT -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Action '&1' does not begin with lower case

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /UI2/FIOCONT013 - Action '&1' does not begin with lower case ?

  The SAP error message /UI2/FIOCONT013 Action '&1' does not begin with lower case typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications, particularly when defining actions in the Fiori Launchpad or when configuring UI5 applications. This error indicates that the action name specified does not adhere to the naming conventions expected by the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the action name (represented by &1 in the message) not starting with a lowercase letter. In SAP Fiori and UI5 applications, it is a convention that action names should begin with a lowercase letter to ensure consistency and avoid potential conflicts.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Action Name: Check the action name that is causing the error. This will be indicated in the error message where &1 is replaced with the actual action name.
  
  
  Modify the Action Name: Change the action name to start with a lowercase letter. For example, if the action name is MyAction, rename it to myAction.
  
  
  Update Configuration: If the action is defined in a configuration file (like a manifest.json or an XML view), ensure that you update it there as well.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the changes, test the application or the Fiori Launchpad to ensure that the error is resolved and that the action behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions for actions and other identifiers in SAP Fiori and UI5 applications. This can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Fiori and UI5 for best practices and guidelines on naming conventions and application development.
  Debugging: If you continue to encounter issues, consider using the browser's developer tools to debug the application and check for any other related errors or warnings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your Fiori application functions correctly.