How To Fix E1328 - Selected replacement indicator &1 does not exist in code page &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E1 - Messages for IDoc Basis

• Message number: 328

• Message text: Selected replacement indicator &1 does not exist in code page &2

What causes this issue?

In the definition of a file port, you have used a replacement character
"&v1&" (own selection or standard character) that does not exist in the
selected code page "&v2&". This character is supposed to replace all
non-dislayable characters during file output and must, therefore, appear
in the code page used.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a replacement character that exists in the code page.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E1328 - Selected replacement indicator &1 does not exist in code page &2 ?

  The SAP error message E1328, which states "Selected replacement indicator &1 does not exist in code page &2," typically occurs when there is an issue with the character encoding or code page settings in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is trying to use a replacement indicator (a specific character or symbol) that is not defined in the specified code page.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Replacement Indicator: The replacement indicator specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the character set defined by the code page (denoted by &2).
  Code Page Mismatch: The code page being used may not support the character set that includes the replacement indicator.
  Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the system settings related to character encoding or code pages.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in how characters are represented.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Replacement Indicator: Verify that the replacement indicator you are trying to use is valid and exists in the specified code page. You can check the available replacement indicators in the SAP documentation or through transaction codes that manage code pages.
  Change Code Page: If the replacement indicator is valid but not supported in the current code page, consider changing the code page to one that supports the required characters.
  Update Configuration: Review and update the system configuration related to character encoding and code pages. This may involve checking the settings in transaction RZ10 or RZ11.
  Data Validation: If the error occurs during data processing, validate the data being processed to ensure it does not contain unsupported characters.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling character encoding issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Code Pages: Code pages define the character set used by the system. Different code pages support different characters, and it is essential to ensure that the correct code page is set for your environment.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for detailed information on character encoding and code pages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and RZ10 (Profile Parameters) for managing and troubleshooting issues related to character sets and code pages.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert familiar with your specific SAP environment.