How To Fix XS046 - Node name '*' is reserved for the system


XS046 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

  • Message number: 046

  • Message text: Node name '*' is reserved for the system

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  • What causes this issue?

    You tried to create a node with the name '*'.

    System Response

    The node was not saved.

    How to fix this error?

    You cannot assign the name '*' to a node. (In other contexts, '*' can
    mean 'all nodes'.)

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


XS046 - Details

  • The SAP error message XS046, which states "Node name '' is reserved for the system," typically occurs in the context of SAP HANA XS (Extended Services) when you are trying to create or use a node with a name that is reserved by the system. The asterisk () is a wildcard character that is often reserved for system-level operations or functionalities.
    
    Cause: Reserved Node Name: The error indicates that the node name you are trying to use is reserved by the system. In this case, the asterisk (*) is a wildcard and cannot be used as a node name. Incorrect Configuration: You might be trying to configure a service or application that inadvertently uses a reserved name. Misunderstanding of Naming Conventions: There may be a misunderstanding regarding the naming conventions and reserved keywords in the SAP HANA XS environment.
    Solution: Change the Node Name: Use a different name for the node that does not conflict with

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