How To Fix AMDP_DBG212 - Control characters in result data replaced by "&1".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AMDP_DBG - AMDP Debugger Messages

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Control characters in result data replaced by "&1".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AMDP_DBG212 - Control characters in result data replaced by "&1". ?

  The SAP error message AMDP_DBG212 indicates that control characters were found in the result data of an ABAP Managed Database Procedure (AMDP) and have been replaced by the placeholder "&1". Control characters are non-printable characters that can interfere with data processing and display.
  Cause:
  The presence of control characters in the result set can occur due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Data being pulled from a source that contains non-standard characters.
  Improper handling of string data in the database or during data transformation.
  Data corruption or encoding issues.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AMDP_DBG212 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Source of Control Characters:
  
  Review the data being processed in the AMDP to identify where the control characters are coming from. This could involve checking the source tables or data being manipulated.
  
  
  
  Data Cleaning:
  
  Implement data cleaning techniques to remove or replace control characters before they are processed. You can use string manipulation functions in ABAP to filter out unwanted characters.
  Example: Use the REPLACE statement to remove control characters from strings.
  
  
  
  Check Encoding:
  
  Ensure that the character encoding used in your database and application is consistent. Mismatched encodings can lead to the introduction of control characters.
  
  
  
  Modify AMDP Logic:
  
  If the control characters are expected in certain scenarios, modify the AMDP logic to handle them appropriately, either by replacing them with a valid character or by ignoring them.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, thoroughly test the AMDP to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Managed Database Procedures (AMDP): AMDP allows you to write database procedures in ABAP that can be executed directly in the database. Understanding how AMDP works can help in debugging issues related to data processing.
  Control Characters: Familiarize yourself with common control characters (e.g., newline, tab) and their ASCII values to better identify and handle them in your data.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to AMDP and control characters. SAP's official documentation can also provide insights into best practices for data handling in AMDP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the AMDP_DBG212 error effectively.