How To Fix D3118 - Strings &1 and '*' are not allowed in job name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D3 - CCMS - DB2 on OS390

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Strings &1 and '*' are not allowed in job name

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D3118 - Strings &1 and '*' are not allowed in job name ?

  The SAP error message D3118 indicates that there is an issue with the naming convention of a job in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that the job name contains invalid characters, such as the ampersand (&) and asterisk (*), which are not permitted in job names.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to create or schedule a background job with a name that includes invalid characters. In SAP, job names must adhere to specific naming conventions, which typically restrict the use of special characters.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Job Name: Review the job name you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not contain any invalid characters, such as:
  
  Ampersand (&)
  Asterisk (*)
  Other special characters that are not allowed
  
  
  
  Rename the Job: If the job name contains invalid characters, rename the job using only valid characters. Valid characters typically include:
  
  Alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9)
  Underscore (_)
  Hyphen (-)
  
  
  
  Recreate the Job: If necessary, delete the job with the invalid name and recreate it with a valid name.
  
  
  Test the Job: After renaming or recreating the job, try to schedule or execute it again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions for jobs and other objects within the system.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SM37 (to monitor jobs) and SM36 (to create jobs) to manage background jobs in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or updates regarding job naming conventions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the D3118 error and successfully create or manage your background jobs in SAP.