Avoid Variable Names with Numeric Suffixes

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Overview

Avoid variable names with numeric suffixes.

ATC Finding Message: Avoid numbered variable names like lv_count1; use descriptive names

Rationale

Numbered variable names like lv_count1, lv_idx2, or ls_tmp3 often indicate poor naming or the need for a dedicated collection or internal table. Use descriptive names that convey intent or use structured types.

Non-Compliant

DATA lv_count1 TYPE i VALUE 0.

Compliant

DATA lv_source_count TYPE i VALUE 0.

Suppression

To suppress findings for this rule, append the pseudo-comment to the statement:

" Standard pseudo-comment:
... "#EC NO_NUMBERED_VAR

" SAP CI_ prefix format:
... "#EC CI_NO_NUMBERED_VAR

Related Rules

• Enforce Configured Naming Conventions for Local Variables and Field-Symbols — #EC PREF_NAMING_VARS
• Avoid Single-Letter Identifiers in Declarations — #EC NO_SINGLE_LETTER

Technical Details

• Native ATC Class: /SKYL/CL_NO_NUMBERED_VAR
• ABAP Implementation: /skyl/cl_no_numbered_var.clas.abap
• Rule Metadata: rules-data.mjs (Line 6090)

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