/IWBEP/SBOD406 - Invalid name '&1&2&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/SBOD -

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Invalid name '&1&2&3'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD406 - Invalid name '&1&2&3' ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/SBOD406 Invalid name '&1&2&3' typically occurs in the context of SAP Gateway or OData services. This error indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of an entity or property in your OData service. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 will be replaced with specific values that indicate the problematic name.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The name may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in SAP naming conventions.
  Length Exceeded: The name might exceed the maximum length allowed for identifiers in SAP.
  Reserved Keywords: The name may be using a reserved keyword or a name that conflicts with existing objects in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the OData service or the underlying data model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the names of entities, properties, and other identifiers conform to SAP's naming conventions. Typically, names should:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only letters, numbers, and underscores.
  Not exceed the maximum length (usually 30 characters for many identifiers).
  
  
  
  Review the OData Model: Go through the OData service model and check for any entities or properties that might be incorrectly named. Look for the specific names indicated in the error message.
  
  
  Use Transaction /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE: If you are working with OData services, you can use this transaction to maintain your services and check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Check for Reserved Keywords: Make sure that the names you are using do not conflict with any reserved keywords in SAP.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the OData service to trace where the invalid name is being generated or used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for OData services and naming conventions for further guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be specific patches or updates that address the problem.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE, /IWBEP/REG_SERVICE, and others that can help you manage and troubleshoot OData services.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /IWBEP/SBOD406 Invalid name '&1&2&3' error message.