How To Fix F2814 - Non-permitted character "&1" in text &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F2 - Master Data Maintenance: Customer, Vendor

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Non-permitted character "&1" in text &2

What causes this issue?

In text "<(>&<)>V2<(>&<)>", you have entered character "<(>&<)>V1
<(>&<)>". However, this character is not permitted when a payment medium
is being created for Japan (program RFFOJP_T).

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?

If you are creating the payment medium for Japan, check the characters
used in the text. The following characters are not permitted in the
payment medium program for Japan:
' (single quotation mark)
: (colon)
+ (plus sign)
? (question mark)

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F2814 - Non-permitted character "&1" in text &2 ?

  The SAP error message F2814 "Non-permitted character "&1" in text &2" typically occurs when there are invalid or non-permitted characters in a text field within a financial document or transaction. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering text in a payment document, invoice, or other financial entries.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system detects a character in the text that is not allowed according to the configuration or rules set in the SAP system. Common causes include:
  
  Special characters (e.g., &, %, $, #) that are not permitted in the specific text field.
  Incorrect formatting or encoding of the text.
  Copy-pasting text from external sources that may include hidden or non-printable characters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the F2814 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Character: Check the error message for the specific character (&1) that is causing the issue and the text (&2) where it appears.
  
  
  Edit the Text: 
  
  Remove or replace the non-permitted character(s) in the text field.
  Ensure that only allowed characters are used. Typically, alphanumeric characters and some punctuation marks are permitted.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings for text fields in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting). Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to understand the allowed character set.
  
  
  Use Plain Text: If you are copying text from another source, try pasting it into a plain text editor (like Notepad) first to strip any formatting or hidden characters before pasting it back into SAP.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, try to save or process the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the allowed characters and formatting rules for text fields.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team for further investigation.