How To Fix CM_EHFND_REQ028 - Cannot use symbol combination "|~|" in compliance requirement title "&1"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_REQ - Messages for Compliance Requirement

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Cannot use symbol combination "|~|" in compliance requirement title "&1"

What causes this issue?

The "|~|" combination of symbols is already in use as a technical symbol
elsewhere in the application. The system does not allow the use of this
symbol combination in the title of any compliance requirement.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQ028 - Cannot use symbol combination "|~|" in compliance requirement title "&1" ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQ028 indicates that there is an issue with the use of a specific symbol combination (|~|) in the title of a compliance requirement. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's compliance management or governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) modules.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of invalid characters or symbol combinations in the title of a compliance requirement. In this case, the combination |~| is not allowed, which leads to the error message being triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Compliance Requirement: Locate the compliance requirement that is causing the error. This can usually be done by checking the transaction or application where the error occurred.
  
  
  Edit the Title: Change the title of the compliance requirement to remove the invalid symbol combination. You can replace |~| with valid characters or simply remove it altogether.
  
  
  Save Changes: After editing the title, save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  Validation: Ensure that the new title adheres to any character restrictions or guidelines provided by SAP for compliance requirement titles.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Character Restrictions: SAP often has specific rules regarding the characters that can be used in various fields. It's a good practice to refer to the documentation or guidelines provided by SAP for the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, it’s advisable to test the compliance requirement in the relevant processes to ensure that it functions as expected without triggering any further errors.
  
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.