How To Fix ESH_CU_SEM031 - ID contains forbidden characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_SEM - ES: Semantics-based Configuration

• Message number: 031

• Message text: ID contains forbidden characters

What causes this issue?

The ID contains forbidden characters.

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?

Stick to the allowed characters: 0 - 9, A - Z, dash, dot and underscore:
01234567890ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ_./

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_CU_SEM031 - ID contains forbidden characters ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_SEM031 indicates that the ID you are trying to use contains forbidden characters. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP HANA Search, where certain characters are not allowed in identifiers (IDs) due to system constraints or naming conventions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the ID you are trying to create or use includes characters that are not permitted. Common forbidden characters may include:
  
  Special characters (e.g., !, @, #, $, %, ^, &, *, etc.)
  Spaces
  Certain punctuation marks
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Review the ID: Check the ID you are trying to use and identify any forbidden characters.
  Modify the ID: Change the ID to remove any forbidden characters. Use only alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) and underscores (_) if necessary.
  Test Again: After modifying the ID, try to execute the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with the naming conventions and restrictions for IDs in your specific SAP environment. This information can usually be found in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  System Configuration: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration or settings related to ID management in your SAP system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.