BRF248 - The name of program &1 must start with /1BRF/

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRF - Messages for Business Rule Framework

• Message number: 248

• Message text: The name of program &1 must start with /1BRF/

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRF248 - The name of program &1 must start with /1BRF/ ?

  The SAP error message BRF248 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a program in the Business Rule Framework (BRF+). Specifically, the error states that the name of the program must start with the prefix /1BRF/. This is a requirement for programs that are generated by the BRF+ framework to ensure they are correctly identified and managed within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A program that is being created or referenced does not adhere to the naming convention required by BRF+.
  The program name is either missing the required prefix or is incorrectly formatted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BRF248 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Program Name: Ensure that the program name you are trying to create or reference starts with the prefix /1BRF/. For example, a valid program name would be /1BRF/YourProgramName.
  
  
  Modify Existing Program: If you have an existing program that does not follow this naming convention, you may need to rename it to comply with the required format.
  
  
  Create New Program: If you are creating a new program, make sure to use the correct naming convention from the start.
  
  
  Review BRF+ Configuration: If you are unsure about the naming conventions or how to create programs in BRF+, refer to the BRF+ documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If this error occurs during a transport, ensure that the transport request includes the correct program names and that they adhere to the naming conventions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for BRF+ to understand the framework's requirements and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the BRF248 error and ensure that your programs are correctly named according to the BRF+ requirements.