How To Fix ECATT_ODW020 - Special characters are not allowed &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ECATT_ODW - eCATT - OData Test Wizard

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Special characters are not allowed &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ECATT_ODW020 - Special characters are not allowed &1 ?

  The SAP error message ECATT_ODW020 indicates that special characters are not allowed in a specific field or input during the execution of an eCATT (extended Computer Aided Test Tool) script. This error typically arises when the data being processed contains characters that are not permitted by the system or the specific context in which the data is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Data: The input data for a field may contain special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, etc.) that are not allowed.
  Field Restrictions: Certain fields in SAP have restrictions on the type of characters that can be entered. This is often defined by the data type or the configuration of the field.
  Script Configuration: The eCATT script may be incorrectly configured to include special characters in places where they are not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Input Data: Check the data being passed to the eCATT script. Ensure that it does not contain any special characters that are not permitted.
  Modify the Script: If the script is generating or using data that includes special characters, modify the script to remove or replace these characters with valid ones.
  Field Validation: Ensure that the fields being populated in the eCATT script are validated against the allowed character set. You may need to refer to the SAP documentation or field definitions to understand the restrictions.
  Use Valid Characters: Replace any special characters with valid alphanumeric characters or underscores, as appropriate for the context.
  Testing: After making changes, re-run the eCATT script to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to eCATT for guidelines on valid input formats and character restrictions.
  eCATT Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration options available in eCATT to ensure that your scripts are set up correctly.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the input data and ensuring compliance with the allowed character set, you should be able to resolve the ECATT_ODW020 error.