How To Fix FAGL_ORG_UNITS006 - Segment name &1 contains special characters that are not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_ORG_UNITS - Error Messages in Area of Master Data

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Segment name &1 contains special characters that are not permitted

What causes this issue?

Segment name &V1& contains special characters that are not permitted.
Segment name '#' is not permitted. Furthermore, the name may not contain
the 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?

Specify a different name.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_ORG_UNITS006 - Segment name &1 contains special characters that are not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_ORG_UNITS006 indicates that a segment name in the context of financial accounting contains special characters that are not permitted. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify organizational units, such as cost centers, profit centers, or other financial segments, and the name you have provided includes characters that are not allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the inclusion of special characters in the segment name. SAP has specific rules regarding the characters that can be used in names for organizational units. Common disallowed characters may include:
  
  Special symbols (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, *, etc.)
  Spaces at the beginning or end of the name
  Certain punctuation marks
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Review the Segment Name: Check the segment name you are trying to use and ensure it does not contain any special characters or disallowed symbols.
  Use Allowed Characters: Stick to alphanumeric characters (A-Z, 0-9) and underscores (_) if necessary. Avoid using spaces, special characters, or punctuation.
  Modify the Name: If the name contains any disallowed characters, modify it to comply with SAP's naming conventions.
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, try to save or create the organizational unit again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions for organizational units. This documentation often provides a list of allowed characters and formats.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working within specific transaction codes (like OX02 for cost centers or OX03 for profit centers), ensure you are familiar with the requirements for those specific transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this issue or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.