How To Fix CM_PHRASE_API002 - Phrase text &1 starts with a blank

CM_PHRASE_API002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PHRASE_API - API Phrases

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Phrase text &1 starts with a blank

What causes this issue?

Phrase text <(>&<)>v1<(>&<)> contains a blank character at the start of
the text. This is not permitted.

System Response

The phrase text cannot be saved in this form.

How to fix this error?

Remove the blank character at the start of the phrase text.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

CM_PHRASE_API002 - Details

• The SAP error message CM_PHRASE_API002 indicates that there is an issue with a phrase text in the system. Specifically, the error states that the phrase text starts with a blank space, which is not allowed. This can occur in various contexts where phrases or texts are defined, such as in configuration settings, master data, or other text fields.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the phrase text you are trying to create or modify has leading spaces. SAP does not permit phrase texts to start with a blank space, as it can lead to inconsistencies and issues in processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Phrase Text: Determine which phrase text is causing the error. The error message will typically provide the phrase text identifier (e.g., &1) that you can use to locate the specific entry.
  
  
  Edit the Phrase Text:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where the phrase