How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP199 - Software component &1 contains forbidden chararcters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Software component &1 contains forbidden chararcters

What causes this issue?

Software component &V1& 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?

Only the following characters are allowed:
&v2&&v3&

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP199 - Software component &1 contains forbidden chararcters ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP199 indicates that there are forbidden characters in the software component specified in the error message. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP NetWeaver system when the system encounters invalid characters in the naming conventions of software components.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of characters in the software component name that are not allowed according to SAP's naming conventions. This can include:
  
  Special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, etc.)
  Spaces
  Certain punctuation marks
  Names that do not conform to the expected format (e.g., too long, incorrect structure)
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Software Component: Check the software component name mentioned in the error message. 
  
  
  Review Naming Conventions: Ensure that the software component name adheres to SAP's naming conventions. The name should typically:
  
  Start with a letter.
  Contain only alphanumeric characters and underscores.
  Not exceed the maximum length (usually 30 characters).
  
  
  
  Rename the Component: If the software component name contains forbidden characters, rename it to a valid name that complies with SAP's naming rules.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the error occurs during a specific configuration or setup process, review the configuration settings to ensure that no invalid characters are being used.
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the software component is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport request does not contain invalid names or characters.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the SAP Help Portal for specific guidelines on naming conventions and restrictions.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.