How To Fix ESH_CU_TM036 - ID contains forbidden characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_CU_TM - ES: Term Mapping

• Message number: 036

• 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_TM036 - ID contains forbidden characters ?

  The SAP error message ESH_CU_TM036 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 SAP HANA, 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:
  
  Check the ID: Review the ID you are trying to use and identify any forbidden characters.
  Modify the ID: Remove or replace any forbidden characters with valid ones. Typically, valid characters include:
  
  Alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  Dashes (-)
  
  
  Follow Naming Conventions: Ensure that the ID adheres to any specific naming conventions or guidelines provided by your organization or SAP documentation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and valid characters for IDs in your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after making the necessary changes, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP administrator or technical support for further assistance.