How To Fix WA105 - Enter a name for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WA - Messages from Workflow Event Manager

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Enter a name for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WA105 - Enter a name for & ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WA105 Enter a name for &
  
  Cause:
  This error message typically occurs when a required field for a name or identifier is left empty during data entry or processing in an SAP transaction or program. The ampersand (&) in the message is a placeholder for the field or object name that needs to be filled in.
  For example, if a program or transaction expects you to enter a name for an object (like a variant, layout, or user-defined field) and you leave it blank, SAP will prompt this error to remind you to provide the necessary input.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the required name: Identify the field or object for which the name is missing and provide a valid name or identifier.
  Check the field label: The message usually shows the field name or description in place of the "&" symbol. If it does not, check the context or screen where the error appears to find which field is empty.
  Review input data: If you are running a custom program or report, ensure that all mandatory input parameters are filled.
  Check for user exits or enhancements: Sometimes, custom code may trigger this message if it expects a name input that is not provided.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is a standard warning or error message in SAP, often found in modules where naming conventions are important (e.g., variants, layouts, user groups).
  The message class is usually WA (which stands for "Warning").
  You can look up the message in transaction SE91 by entering the message class WA and message number 105 to see the exact text and any additional documentation.
  If the message appears during a custom development or enhancement, check the ABAP code for MESSAGE WA105 to understand the context.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Required name field left empty
  
  
  Solution
  Enter a valid name in the required field
  
  
  Message Class
  WA (Warning)
  
  
  Transaction to check message
  SE91 (Message Maintenance)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or scenario where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.