How To Fix ISUPRP018 - Incorrect format. Enter a valid format: Character (&1)

ISUPRP018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISUPRP - Nachrichten zum Produktvorschlag

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Incorrect format. Enter a valid format: Character (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISUPRP018 - Incorrect format. Enter a valid format: Character (&1) ?

  The SAP error message ISUPRP018 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the input data in a specific field. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain format for the input, but the provided data does not conform to that expected format. The message includes a placeholder (&1) that usually indicates the specific character or value that is causing the issue.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input Format: The input provided does not match the expected format. For example, if a numeric value is expected, but a string or special character is provided, this error will occur.
  Field Length Exceeded: The input may exceed the maximum length allowed for that field.
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the input does not match the expected data type (e.g., entering text in a numeric field).
  Special Characters: The presence of special characters that are not allowed in the input field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Format: Review the