How To Fix BS007 - & is not allowed (&)


BS007 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: BS - Status Management

  • Message number: 007

  • Message text: & is not allowed (&)

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  • What causes this issue?

    The current status of object '&V2&' prohibits business transaction '&V1&
    ' ('&V3&').

    How to fix this error?

    To process business transaction '&V1&', you first have to change the
    status of object '&V2&' to allow the transaction '&V1&'.
    PERFORM SET_PARAMETER_VNG IN PROGRAM RBSVINFV
    USING &V3&
    ENDPERFORM
    This gives you an overview of the system and user statuses that affect
    the transaction. A transaction can only be executed if there is at least
    one status that allows it and there is no status that forbids it.
    <DS:TRAS.BSV1>Transaction analysis</>

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


BS007 - Details

  • The SAP error message BS007 typically indicates that there is an issue with the use of special characters in a field where they are not allowed. The specific message you mentioned, "is not allowed (&)," suggests that the character "&" is being used in a context where it is not permitted.
    
    Cause: Invalid Characters: The error is often caused by the presence of special characters (like &, %, $, etc.) in fields that do not accept them. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when entering data in a transaction, creating a master record, or during data uploads. Field Restrictions: Certain fields in SAP have restrictions on the types of characters that can be entered. The "&" character is commonly restricted in many contexts.
    Solution: Remove Special Characters: Check the field where the error is occurring and remove any special characters, particularly the "&" character. Ensure that only valid characters are used. Data Validation: Implement

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