The Alias field applies to Calendars, Resources, Customers, Blueprints, Projects, Documents and Non Project Tasks.
Does the Alias show in a text box?
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Double click and edit this field with the new Alias.
Remember to click Save after changing.
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If you can not see a text box this field is being populated automatically.

Check the settings under Admin > Configuration > Company Preferences
"Automatic Alias"