How To Fix CRM_IU_IC_6X_MD205 - Event name &1 contains invalid characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_IU_IC_6X_MD - Messages for Identification and Master Data

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Event name &1 contains invalid characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_IU_IC_6X_MD205 - Event name &1 contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message CRM_IU_IC_6X_MD205 indicates that the event name you are trying to use contains invalid characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when dealing with event management or interaction center functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the event name you are trying to create or modify includes characters that are not allowed by the system. Common invalid characters may include:
  
  Special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, etc.)
  Spaces at the beginning or end of the event name
  Non-alphanumeric characters
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Event Name: Review the event name you are trying to use and ensure it only contains valid characters. Typically, valid characters include:
  
  Alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  Dashes (-)
  
  
  
  Modify the Event Name: If the event name contains invalid characters, modify it to remove or replace those characters with valid ones.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the event again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Refer to Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid character set for event names, refer to the SAP documentation or guidelines specific to your version of SAP CRM.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or additional guidance provided by SAP.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP CRM that may help you manage events or troubleshoot issues (e.g., CRMD_ORDER for managing CRM orders).
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify events in the system, as sometimes authorization issues can lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.