How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG010 - Attribute value &1 does not conform to the 7-bit ASCII standard

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG - Product: Customer-Specific Messages

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Attribute value &1 does not conform to the 7-bit ASCII standard

What causes this issue?

The entry you made does not correspond to the 7bit ASCII standard. The
7bit ASCII standard comprises all characters assigned a decimal number
value from 0 to 127. To see which characters are in this range, refer to
an ASCII table.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG010 - Attribute value &1 does not conform to the 7-bit ASCII standard ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG010 indicates that an attribute value being processed does not conform to the 7-bit ASCII standard. This typically occurs when non-ASCII characters (such as special characters, accented letters, or symbols) are present in the data being processed, which can lead to issues in systems that expect only standard ASCII characters.
  Cause:
  
  Non-ASCII Characters: The attribute value contains characters that are outside the 7-bit ASCII range (0-127). This can include characters from other languages, special symbols, or even control characters.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter invalid characters when inputting data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may contain characters that are not compatible with the ASCII standard.
  File Encoding Issues: If data is being imported from files, the file encoding may not be compatible with the expected ASCII format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Attribute: Determine which attribute is causing the error by checking the logs or the context in which the error occurs.
  Review the Data: Inspect the attribute value for any non-ASCII characters. You can use tools or scripts to identify characters outside the ASCII range.
  Clean the Data: Remove or replace any non-ASCII characters with valid ASCII equivalents. For example, replace accented characters with their unaccented versions.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks to ensure that only valid ASCII characters are allowed in the input fields.
  Encoding Settings: If data is being imported from files, ensure that the file is saved in a compatible encoding format (e.g., UTF-8 without BOM or ASCII).
  User Training: Educate users on the acceptable character set to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Character Encoding: Understanding character encoding is crucial. The 7-bit ASCII standard includes characters from 0 to 127, which covers basic English letters, digits, and some control characters.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Testing: After making changes, test the data input process to ensure that the error does not recur.
  Documentation: Keep documentation of the changes made to the data or processes to help with future troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your data conforms to the required standards.