How To Fix WER393 - Rule name cannot be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 393

• Message text: Rule name cannot be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER393 - Rule name cannot be initial ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WER393 - Rule name cannot be initial
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a rule name field, which is mandatory in a particular SAP process or configuration (often related to Workflow, BRF+ rules, or Business Rules Framework), is left empty (initial). The system expects a valid rule name to proceed, and if it is missing, it throws this error.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  When defining or calling a business rule in BRF+ or Workflow.
  During configuration or execution of rules where the rule name is a required input.
  When a program or function module expects a rule name parameter but receives an empty value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Input:
  
  Ensure that the rule name is correctly entered and not left blank in the relevant transaction, configuration, or program input.
  
  
  Verify Configuration:  
  
  If you are working with BRF+ (Business Rule Framework plus), verify that the rule exists and is correctly referenced.
  In workflow or rule assignment, make sure the rule name is properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Debugging:  
  
  If this error occurs during a custom development or enhancement, debug the code to check where the rule name is being passed.
  Ensure that the variable or parameter holding the rule name is populated before the call.
  
  
  
  Check Transport or System Consistency:
  
  Sometimes, missing rules can be due to incomplete transports or missing objects in the system. Verify that all necessary rules are imported and active.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  BRF+ rules are maintained in transaction BRF+ or BRFPLUS.
  Workflow rules can be checked in SWDD (Workflow Builder) or PFTC (Task Maintenance).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to WER393 or rule name issues in your specific SAP module.
  
  
  Common Contexts:  
  
  Business Rule Framework plus (BRF+)
  Workflow rule assignments
  Custom developments involving rule processing
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WER393 indicates that a mandatory rule name is missing. To resolve it, ensure the rule name is correctly specified and exists in the system. Check configurations, inputs, and custom code to prevent passing an initial (empty) rule name.
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.