How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES195 - You cannot use special characters for valuation methods

/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES195 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 195

• Message text: You cannot use special characters for valuation methods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES195 - You cannot use special characters for valuation methods ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES195 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation methods being used in your configuration or data entry. Specifically, the error states that special characters are not allowed in the valuation methods.
  
  Cause:
  The error is typically caused by one of the following:
  
  Invalid Characters: The valuation method you are trying to use contains special characters (e.g., symbols like @, #, $, etc.) that are not permitted by the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for valuation methods may not be set up correctly, leading to the acceptance of invalid characters.
  Data Entry Errors: When entering data, users may inadvertently include special characters in the valuation method field.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Valuation Method:
  
  Review the valuation method you are trying to use and ensure it only contains valid alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers).
  Remove any special characters from the valuation method.
  
  
  
  Update Configuration:
  
  If you are a system