How To Fix CRM_MKTPF_PFMERK058 - A space is not allowed as an attribute value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPF_PFMERK - Messages for Online Attribute Maintenance

• Message number: 058

• Message text: A space is not allowed as an attribute value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPF_PFMERK058 - A space is not allowed as an attribute value ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPF_PFMERK058 indicates that a space is not allowed as an attribute value in the context of a marketing or CRM-related function. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or update a marketing attribute or a similar object, and one of the attribute values you are providing contains a space, which is not permitted.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The most common cause of this error is that one or more of the attribute values being entered contains leading, trailing, or embedded spaces.
  Data Formatting: The data being imported or entered may not have been properly formatted or cleaned, leading to unintended spaces.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or validations in place that enforce strict rules on attribute values, including the prohibition of spaces.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the attribute values you are trying to enter. Ensure that there are no leading or trailing spaces. If you are copying and pasting values, be especially cautious as this can often introduce unwanted spaces.
  Trim Spaces: If you are working with a dataset, consider using functions to trim spaces from the values. For example, in many programming languages, there are built-in functions to remove whitespace.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry or import processes to catch and correct any spaces before submission.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the system configuration, check if there are any specific rules or settings that might be causing this error and adjust them if necessary.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the input again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to this error message. There may be updates or patches that address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP CRM, SAP Marketing) to understand the requirements for attribute values.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required attribute values without encountering the space restriction.