How To Fix ECATT450 - Field &1 contains invalid characters (for example, &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT - eCATT Messages (Middleware and GUI)

• Message number: 450

• Message text: Field &1 contains invalid characters (for example, &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT450 - Field &1 contains invalid characters (for example, &2) ?

  The SAP error message ECATT450 indicates that a specific field contains invalid characters that are not allowed in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the context of eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool), which is used for automated testing in SAP environments.
  Cause:
  The error message ECATT450 is triggered when:
  
  The field specified (denoted by &1) contains characters that are not permitted according to the validation rules defined for that field.
  For example, if the field is expected to contain only alphanumeric characters, but it contains special characters (denoted by &2), this will lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ECATT450 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Check the field mentioned in the error message (represented by &1) to understand which input is causing the issue.
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values being passed to the field. Ensure that they conform to the expected format and do not contain any invalid characters.
  
  
  Remove Invalid Characters: If you find any invalid characters in the input, remove or replace them with valid ones. For example, if the field only allows letters and numbers, ensure that no special characters or spaces are included.
  
  
  Refer to Documentation: Consult the relevant SAP documentation or the eCATT configuration to understand the valid character set for the field in question.
  
  
  Test Again: After making the necessary adjustments, rerun the eCATT script to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  eCATT Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the eCATT documentation to understand the rules and constraints for the fields you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to eCATT and the specific error message.
  Field Specifications: If you are working with custom fields or transactions, ensure that you have the correct specifications for those fields, including any validation rules that may apply.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ECATT450 error and successfully execute your eCATT scripts.