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Message type: E = Error
Message class: VDM_FND_DATEFUNCTION - Date Function Message Class
Message number: 204
Message text: ID should start with Z, YZ, or YY
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The SAP error message VDM_FND_DATEFUNCTION204 indicates that an ID you are trying to use does not conform to the expected naming conventions. Specifically, it states that the ID should start with "Z", "YZ", or "YY". This is a common validation rule in SAP systems to ensure that custom objects (like custom fields, tables, or function modules) are properly identified and do not conflict with standard SAP objects.
Cause: Incorrect Naming Convention: The ID you are using does not start with the required prefixes. In SAP, custom developments are typically prefixed with "Z" or "Y" to distinguish them from standard SAP objects. Configuration or Customization Error: If you are working with a custom development or configuration, it may not have been set up correctly, leading to this error.
Solution: Check the ID: Review the ID you are trying to use and ensure it starts with "Z", "YZ", or "YY". If it does not, you will need
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