How To Fix 5P035 - Only the characters + - are allowed

5P035 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Only the characters + - are allowed

What causes this issue?

This error can occur during an operation or in the variable key.
In both cases, it means that you have used incorrect characters.

How to fix this error?

Read the related documentation and correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P035 - Only the characters + - are allowed ?

  The SAP error message 5P035 ("Only the characters + - are allowed") typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a value in a field that only accepts specific characters, namely the plus sign (+) and the minus sign (-). This error is often encountered in scenarios involving numeric fields, calculations, or specific input formats where only these characters are valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The user may have entered characters other than + or - in a field that is restricted to these characters.
  Field Configuration: The field may be configured to accept only certain types of input, and the entered value does not comply with this configuration.
  Data Type Mismatch: The system may expect a numeric input or a specific format, and the provided input does not match the expected type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Review the input value and ensure that it only contains the allowed characters (+ or -). Remove any other characters