How To Fix XO_COCKPIT043 - Name &1 outside permitted range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: XO_COCKPIT - Messages for Central Administration of Extensible Objects

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Name &1 outside permitted range

What causes this issue?

You tried to define a business object type with an invalid name.

System Response

You can only use names that start with one of the 26 letters of the
alphabet. Other special characters are not permitted.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the name accordingly.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message XO_COCKPIT043 - Name &1 outside permitted range ?

  The SAP error message XO_COCKPIT043 with the description "Name &1 outside permitted range" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or similar modules where certain parameters or identifiers are expected to fall within a defined range. This error indicates that a specific name or identifier (represented by &1) does not meet the criteria set by the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Input: The name or identifier you are trying to use is outside the allowed range defined in the system settings. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  Using a name that is too long or too short.
  Using special characters that are not permitted.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow the name you are trying to use, possibly due to settings in the customizing or master data.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to this error, such as missing or incorrectly defined ranges in the configuration.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Verify the name or identifier you are trying to use. Ensure it adheres to the expected format, length, and character set. 
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant customizing settings in SAP (transaction SPRO) and check the configuration for the specific area where the error occurs.
  Look for any defined ranges or limits for names/identifiers and ensure that your input falls within these limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the valid ranges for names/identifiers.
  
  
  Data Validation: If you are importing or processing data, ensure that the data being processed is validated against the expected formats and ranges.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check configurations or data (e.g., SPRO for customizing, SE11 for data dictionary).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.