How To Fix FTR_TCORF_MSG260 - Component name can not contain special characters a spaces

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TCORF_MSG - Correspondence Messaging Interface: Messages

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Component name can not contain special characters a spaces

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TCORF_MSG260 - Component name can not contain special characters a spaces ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TCORF_MSG260 indicates that a component name in the system contains special characters or spaces, which is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or when dealing with financial instruments.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to create or modify a component (such as a financial instrument, transaction, or configuration) and the name provided includes:
  
  Special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, *, etc.)
  Spaces
  
  SAP has strict naming conventions to ensure consistency and to avoid issues in processing and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Component: Determine which component or field is causing the error. This may involve checking the transaction or configuration you were working on when the error occurred.
  
  
  Modify the Name: Change the name of the component to remove any special characters or spaces. Use only alphanumeric characters