How To Fix DMEE_PAYMFORMAT140 - The name contains illegal characters. Do not use special characters.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMEE_PAYMFORMAT - Messages for DMEE Payment Formats

• Message number: 140

• Message text: The name contains illegal characters. Do not use special characters.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT140 - The name contains illegal characters. Do not use special characters. ?

  The SAP error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT140 indicates that there are illegal characters in the name of a payment format in the DMEE (Data Medium Exchange Engine) configuration. This error typically arises when the name of the payment format contains special characters or spaces that are not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Illegal Characters: The name of the payment format may contain special characters such as punctuation marks, symbols, or spaces that are not permitted.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions that must be followed. Names should typically consist of alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Rename the Payment Format:
  
  Go to the DMEE configuration transaction (usually transaction code DMEE).
  Locate the payment format that is causing the error.
  Edit the name of the payment format to remove any illegal characters. Use only letters (A-Z, a-z), numbers (0-9), and underscores (_).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Spaces: Ensure that there are no leading, trailing, or multiple spaces in the name.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for naming conventions in DMEE to ensure compliance.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After renaming, test the payment format to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as DMEE for configuration and FBPM for payment processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidelines related to DMEE and payment formats.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to DMEE configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message DMEE_PAYMFORMAT140 and successfully configure your payment format in SAP.