How To Fix WFF_FORM_GENERATOR111 - Name &1 has invalid syntax

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFF_FORM_GENERATOR - Web Financials Forms: Form Generator

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Name &1 has invalid syntax

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFF_FORM_GENERATOR111 - Name &1 has invalid syntax ?

  The SAP error message:
  WFF_FORM_GENERATOR111 Name &1 has invalid syntax
  typically occurs in the context of SAP Workflow Form Generator or when dealing with workflow container elements, where a name (usually a container element name, variable, or form field name) does not conform to the expected syntax rules.
  
  Cause
  
  The name (represented by &1 in the message) contains invalid characters or does not follow the naming conventions required by the SAP Workflow Form Generator or the workflow container.
  Common issues include:
  
  Use of special characters (e.g., spaces, hyphens, slashes, or other non-alphanumeric characters).
  Starting the name with a number or invalid character.
  Using reserved keywords or names that conflict with system-defined names.
  Length of the name exceeding allowed limits.
  
  
  The error often appears when:
  
  Defining container elements in a workflow.
  Creating or modifying forms in the Form Builder.
  Generating or editing workflow forms or tasks.
  
  
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Name Syntax:
  
  Ensure the name contains only allowed characters: typically letters (A-Z, a-z), digits (0-9), and underscore (_).
  The name should start with a letter, not a digit or special character.
  Avoid spaces and special characters like -, /, *, &, %, etc.
  Keep the name within the allowed length (usually up to 30 characters).
  
  
  
  Rename the Container Element or Form Field:
  
  Go to the workflow container or form definition.
  Rename the problematic element to a valid name following the above rules.
  For example, change Order-Number to Order_Number or OrderNumber.
  
  
  
  Check for Reserved Words:
  
  Avoid using SAP reserved keywords or system names.
  If unsure, try a different name.
  
  
  
  Regenerate or Re-import the Form:
  
  After correcting the names, regenerate the form or re-import it into the workflow.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activate:
  
  If changes are made in a development system, transport the corrected workflow/form to quality and production systems.
  Activate the workflow/form after correction.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to Workflow Form Generator errors.
  SAP Help Portal on Workflow Container Elements and Form Builder naming conventions.
  
  
  
  Workflow Container Naming Rules:
  
  Container element names must follow ABAP variable naming conventions.
  No spaces or special characters.
  
  
  
  Form Builder Restrictions:
  
  Form field names must be valid identifiers.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SWDD - Workflow Builder (to check container elements).
  SWF_FORM - Workflow Form Builder.
  SE80 - Object Navigator (to check and edit forms).
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  WFF_FORM_GENERATOR111 Name &1 has invalid syntax
  
  
  Cause
  Invalid characters or syntax in container element or form field name
  
  
  Solution
  Rename the element to use only letters, digits, and underscores; start with a letter
  
  
  Check
  Workflow container elements, form field names, reserved keywords
  
  
  Tools
  SWDD, SWF_FORM, SE80
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact name causing the error, I can help suggest a valid alternative.