How To Fix AR158 - POR subscriber number contains characters not permitted

AR158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AR - SSRV function module messages

• Message number: 158

• Message text: POR subscriber number contains characters not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AR158 - POR subscriber number contains characters not permitted ?

  The SAP error message AR158, which states "POR subscriber number contains characters not permitted," typically occurs when there is an issue with the format of the subscriber number being used in a Purchase Order Request (POR) or related transaction. This error indicates that the subscriber number contains invalid characters that are not allowed by the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The subscriber number may contain special characters, spaces, or letters that are not permitted. For example, if the subscriber number is expected to be numeric, any alphabetic characters or symbols will trigger this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can lead to the inclusion of invalid characters.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from another system or file, the formatting may not comply with SAP's requirements.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up to accept certain formats or lengths for subscriber numbers.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Subscriber Number: Review the subscriber number for