How To Fix AR112 - In &, & must be replaced by the character '&'

AR112 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AR - SSRV function module messages

• Message number: 112

• Message text: In &, & must be replaced by the character '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AR112 - In &, & must be replaced by the character '&' ?

  The SAP error message AR112 typically occurs when there is an issue with the formatting of a string that is expected to contain a specific character, usually the ampersand (&). This error indicates that the system encountered an unexpected character in a place where it was expecting a valid substitution for the ampersand.
  
  Cause:
  The error message AR112 is triggered when:
  
  The system expects a certain format for a string, and the ampersand character is not properly escaped or replaced.
  The ampersand (&) is used in a string but is not followed by a valid character or is not properly formatted for the context in which it is being used.
  There may be a missing or incorrect substitution for the ampersand in a text element, such as in a message, report, or other output.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AR112 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the String Formatting: Review the string or text element where the