How To Fix 1R328 - Table &1 field &2: &3 contains invalid characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1R - SAP Knowledge Provider

• Message number: 328

• Message text: Table &1 field &2: &3 contains invalid characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1R328 - Table &1 field &2: &3 contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message 1R328 indicates that a specific field in a table contains invalid characters. This error typically arises when data being entered or processed does not conform to the expected format or character set defined for that field in the database.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The data being inputted contains characters that are not allowed. This could be due to special characters, spaces, or non-printable characters.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not match the type of data being entered (e.g., entering alphanumeric data into a numeric field).
  Encoding Issues: If the data is being imported from an external source, there may be encoding issues that introduce invalid characters.
  User Input Error: Manual data entry errors can lead to invalid characters being inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the data being entered into the field. Ensure that it adheres to the expected format and does not contain any invalid characters.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the application to prevent invalid data from being submitted. This can include regex checks or other validation rules.
  Use Correct Data Types: Ensure that the data being entered matches the expected data type for the field. For example, if the field expects a numeric value, ensure that only numbers are entered.
  Clean Data: If the data is being imported, consider cleaning the data to remove any invalid characters before processing it in SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific table and field to understand the valid character set and constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the table and the field definitions.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program to see where the invalid data is being introduced.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If applicable, review any user exits or BAdIs that might be modifying the data before it is saved to the database.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.