How To Fix /BCV/FND026 - ID '&1' contains invalid character '&2'

/BCV/FND026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BCV/FND -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: ID '&1' contains invalid character '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BCV/FND026 - ID '&1' contains invalid character '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /BCV/FND026 ID '&1' contains invalid character '&2' typically indicates that a specific identifier (ID) contains a character that is not allowed according to the system's validation rules. This error is often encountered in various SAP modules, particularly when dealing with data entry, configuration, or integration processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The ID specified in the error message contains characters that are not permitted. This could include special characters, spaces, or characters that are not alphanumeric.
  Data Format Issues: The ID may not conform to the expected format or length defined by the system.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration settings that define valid characters for IDs in the specific context (e.g., custom fields, integration scenarios).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the ID: Check the ID mentioned in the error message (&1) to see what characters it contains.
  Remove Invalid Characters: Edit the ID to remove or replace the invalid character (&2) with a valid