How To Fix HIEPRD051 - Email address contains invalid characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HIEPRD - PRD Related Message

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Email address contains invalid characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HIEPRD051 - Email address contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message HIEPRD051 indicates that an email address entered in the system contains invalid characters. This error typically arises when the email address does not conform to standard email formatting rules.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The email address may contain characters that are not allowed, such as spaces, special characters (except for @, ., -, _), or incorrect punctuation.
  Format Issues: The email address may not follow the standard format (e.g., [e-mail]).
  Leading/Trailing Spaces: There may be unintended spaces before or after the email address.
  Multiple @ Symbols: An email address should only contain one @ symbol.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Invalid Characters: Review the email address for any characters that are not typically allowed in email addresses. Remove or replace them as necessary.
  Correct Format: Ensure the email address follows the correct format:
  
  It should have a local part (before the @), an @ symbol, and a domain part (after the @).
  Example of a valid email: [e-mail]
  
  
  Remove Spaces: Ensure there are no leading or trailing spaces in the email address.
  Single @ Symbol: Verify that there is only one @ symbol in the email address.
  Use Valid Domain: Ensure that the domain part of the email address is valid and correctly formatted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Check SAP's official documentation or help resources for more details on valid email formats and any specific requirements for your SAP system version.
  User Input Validation: Implement input validation in your application to prevent users from entering invalid email addresses in the future.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the email address in the system to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these points, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to the SAP community forums for additional assistance.