How To Fix 5Z082 - Unpermitted special character in character string &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Unpermitted special character in character string &

What causes this issue?

The character string specified contains a special character that is not
permitted for notifications to the SPF. The following characters can be
used: ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0123456789 .,-/*' (see DATUEV-ZVE,
Section 8.3)

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Change the invalid entry in the master data for the relevant employee,
run payroll again, and restart the reporting program.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z082 - Unpermitted special character in character string & ?

  The SAP error message 5Z082 indicates that there is an unpermitted special character in a character string, specifically the ampersand (&). This error typically arises when the system encounters a character in a field that is not allowed based on the defined rules for that field.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered a value that includes the ampersand (&) character, which is not permitted in the specific context (e.g., in a field that expects alphanumeric characters only).
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being imported or transferred from another system, it may contain special characters that are not allowed in the target SAP field.
  Configuration Settings: Certain fields may have restrictions based on configuration settings in the SAP system, which can lead to this error if the input does not comply.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values for the field that triggered the error. Remove or replace any special characters, particularly the ampersand (&), with valid characters.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before submitting data to the SAP system to ensure that only permitted characters are used.
  Field Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the field definitions to understand what characters are allowed. Adjust the configuration if necessary and if it aligns with business requirements.
  Error Handling: If this error occurs during data import or transfer, ensure that the source data is cleaned and validated to remove any unpermitted characters before processing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides specific guidance or fixes for known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module or transaction you are working with to understand the character restrictions for various fields.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the acceptable formats for data entry to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.