How To Fix FKKINV809 - Special character'#' not permissible for extract- oor file names

FKKINV809 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKINV - Invoicing in Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 809

• Message text: Special character'#' not permissible for extract- oor file names

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKINV809 - Special character'#' not permissible for extract- oor file names ?

  The SAP error message FKKINV809 indicates that there is an issue with the naming of an extract or output file, specifically that the special character # is not permissible in the file name. This error typically arises when generating output files in the context of SAP Convergent Invoicing or similar financial processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the inclusion of the # character in the file name that is being generated or specified for an extract or output file. SAP has restrictions on the characters that can be used in file names, and # is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the File Name: Review the file name being used in the transaction or program that is generating the output. Ensure that it does not contain the # character or any other special characters that are not permitted.
  
  
  Modify the File Name: If the file name includes the # character, replace