How To Fix CMS_COMMON600 - Search for receivables not possible using special characters;see long txt

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_COMMON - Message Class for Common Service Functions

• Message number: 600

• Message text: Search for receivables not possible using special characters;see long txt

What causes this issue?

The workbench does not allow you to search for receivables using special
characters such as '*' and '+'.

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

You can however use these special characters when you use the field help
(F4 help) to search for receivables (for example, when manually
assigning receivables to collateral agreements).

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_COMMON600 - Search for receivables not possible using special characters;see long txt ?

  The SAP error message "CMS_COMMON600" typically indicates that there is an issue with searching for receivables when special characters are used in the search criteria. This error can occur in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of Customer Management or Financial Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by the following factors:
  
  Special Characters: The search query includes special characters (e.g., %, &, $, etc.) that are not supported or recognized by the search functionality in SAP.
  Search Configuration: The configuration settings for the search functionality may not be set up to handle special characters properly.
  Data Integrity: There may be issues with the data in the database that prevent the search from being executed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the "CMS_COMMON600" error, you can try the following steps:
  
  
  Modify Search Criteria:
  
  Avoid using special characters in your search queries. Use alphanumeric characters instead.
  If you must use special characters, check the documentation for the specific SAP module to see which characters are allowed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the search functionality in your SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to handle special characters if necessary.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to verify if any adjustments are needed in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data in the database is clean and does not contain any unexpected special characters that could affect the search functionality.
  Run data validation checks to identify and correct any anomalies in the receivables data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific module documentation for more details on the limitations of the search functionality and any known issues related to special characters.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the "CMS_COMMON600" error. SAP Notes often contain fixes, workarounds, or additional information about known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or configuring the search functionality (e.g., SE80 for object navigator, SE11 for data dictionary).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the "CMS_COMMON600" error and improve the search functionality for receivables in your SAP system.