How To Fix /CPD/CL_MSG200 - Enter a valid e-mail address

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/CL_MSG -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Enter a valid e-mail address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG200 - Enter a valid e-mail address ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/CL_MSG200 Enter a valid e-mail address typically occurs when a user attempts to input an email address in a field that requires a valid format, but the entered email does not meet the expected criteria. This can happen in various SAP applications, particularly in modules that involve user notifications, alerts, or communication settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Format: The email address entered does not conform to standard email formatting rules (e.g., missing "@" symbol, no domain, invalid characters).
  Empty Field: The field may be left blank when an email address is required.
  Special Characters: The email address may contain unsupported special characters or spaces.
  System Configuration: There may be specific validation rules set up in the SAP system that enforce stricter email formats.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Email Format: Ensure that the email address is in the correct format. A valid email address typically follows the pattern [e-mail].
  
  Example of a valid email: [e-mail]
  Example of an invalid email: user@.com or user@domain or user@domain..com
  
  
  
  Remove Special Characters: Ensure that the email does not contain any special characters that are not allowed (e.g., spaces, commas, etc.).
  
  
  Fill in the Field: If the field is empty, enter a valid email address.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required format, consult the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with.
  
  
  Check System Settings: If you are an administrator, check the system settings or validation rules that may be enforcing specific email formats.
  
  
  Test with Different Email Addresses: If the issue persists, try using different email addresses to see if the problem is with a specific address or a broader issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to email validation in your specific version of SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct format for entering email addresses in the system.
  Support: If the problem continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully enter a valid email address in the SAP system.