How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM018 - File name contains characters that are not allowed; remove slashes

EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM - Message Class for IMDS Communication

• Message number: 018

• Message text: File name contains characters that are not allowed; remove slashes

What causes this issue?

You used slashes and/or backslashes in the file name for the data
download and result file download (use the parameter <LB>-dirname</> to
specify the folder).

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry. Slashes and backslashes are not permitted.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM018 - File name contains characters that are not allowed; remove slashes ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_COM018 indicates that the file name you are trying to use contains characters that are not permitted, specifically slashes ("/" or "\"). This error typically occurs when you are working with file uploads or downloads in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the IMDS (International Material Data System) integration.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of invalid characters in the file name. In many systems, including SAP, certain characters are reserved or have special meanings, and using them in file names can lead to issues. Slashes are often used as directory separators in file paths, which is why they are not allowed in file names.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Rename the File: Ensure that the file name does not contain any slashes or other invalid characters. You can replace slashes with underscores ("_") or remove them entirely.
  
  
  Check for Other Invalid Characters: Besides slashes, check