How To Fix /UI2/PAGE056 - The ID must start with Z and may be up to 32 characters long.

/UI2/PAGE056 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /UI2/PAGE -

• Message number: 056

• Message text: The ID must start with Z and may be up to 32 characters long.

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/UI2/PAGE056 - Details

• The SAP error message /UI2/PAGE056 indicates that there is an issue with the ID of a custom Fiori application or UI5 application. Specifically, the error states that the ID must start with the letter "Z" and can be up to 32 characters long. This is a common requirement in SAP systems to ensure that custom objects are easily distinguishable from standard SAP objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid ID Format: The ID you are trying to use for your custom application does not start with "Z" or exceeds the 32-character limit.
  Naming Convention Violation: SAP has specific naming conventions for custom objects to avoid conflicts with standard objects. The requirement to start with "Z" is part of this convention.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the ID: Review the ID you are using for the custom application. Ensure that it starts with "Z" and does not exceed 32 characters in length.
  Rename the ID: If the ID does not meet the criteria, rename