How To Fix ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP368 - Category &1 contains forbidden chararcters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP - Object Model Repository

• Message number: 368

• Message text: Category &1 contains forbidden chararcters

What causes this issue?

Category &v1& contains forbidden characters.

System Response

Only the following characters are allowed:
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0123456789-_/$<(>,<)>

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP368 - Category &1 contains forbidden chararcters ?

  The SAP error message ESH_OM_OBJ_MODEL_REP368 indicates that a category name contains forbidden characters. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Enterprise Search or the SAP Information Lifecycle Management (ILM) when trying to create or modify categories that do not adhere to the naming conventions set by the system.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the category name includes characters that are not allowed. Common forbidden characters may include:
  
  Special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, *, etc.)
  Leading or trailing spaces
  Certain punctuation marks
  Non-alphanumeric characters
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Category Name: Determine which category is causing the error. This may involve checking the logs or the specific transaction where the error occurred.
  
  
  Review Naming Conventions: Check the naming conventions for categories in your SAP system. This information can usually be found in the SAP documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Modify the Category Name: Change the category name to remove any forbidden characters. Ensure that the new name adheres to the allowed character set and naming conventions.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After modifying the category name, attempt to save or create the category again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which characters are allowed, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to category management in SAP, such as EHS0 for Environment, Health, and Safety or EHS1 for managing categories.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify categories in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.