How To Fix /IPRO/DBMC320 - Text entered not supported by system code page

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IPRO/DBMC -

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Text entered not supported by system code page

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC320 - Text entered not supported by system code page ?

  The SAP error message /IPRO/DBMC320 with the text "Text entered not supported by system code page" typically indicates that the text you are trying to enter contains characters that are not supported by the current system code page. This can happen when the text includes special characters or symbols that are not recognized by the character encoding used by the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Character Encoding Mismatch: The text being entered may contain characters that are not part of the system's code page. For example, if the system is set to a code page that does not support certain Unicode characters, you will encounter this error.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, the source data may contain unsupported characters.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The language settings of the SAP system may not support the characters being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check System Code Page: Verify the system's code page settings. You can do this by checking the system parameters in transaction RZ10 or RZ11. Ensure that the code page supports the characters you are trying to enter.
  Use Supported Characters: Modify the text to use only characters that are supported by the system's code page. Avoid using special characters or symbols that are not recognized.
  Change Language Settings: If applicable, change the language settings of the user profile or the system to one that supports the characters you need to use.
  Data Cleansing: If the text is coming from an external source, consider cleansing the data to remove unsupported characters before importing it into SAP.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for guidance on character encoding and supported code pages for your specific SAP version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to character encoding and code pages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like RZ10 (Profile Parameters) and RZ11 (Profile Parameter Maintenance) to manage system settings.
  Character Set Documentation: Review SAP documentation on character sets and code pages to understand the limitations and supported characters for your system.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.