How To Fix /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT153 - Do not use any special characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Do not use any special characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT153 - Do not use any special characters ?

  The SAP error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT153 typically indicates that there is an issue with the input data being sent to an OData service, specifically that special characters are not allowed in certain fields. This error often arises when the data being processed contains characters that are not permitted by the service's configuration or by the underlying database.
  Cause:
  
  Special Characters: The error is triggered when the input data contains special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, etc.) that are not allowed in the specific context of the OData service.
  Data Validation: The OData service may have validation rules that restrict the use of special characters in certain fields.
  Incorrect Mapping: If the data is being mapped from one format to another (e.g., from a UI to the backend), special characters may not be handled correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Data Cleaning: Review the input data and remove or replace any special characters before sending the request to the OData service.
  Validation Rules: Check the validation rules defined in the OData service and ensure that the data being sent complies with these rules.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application to catch this error and provide user-friendly feedback, prompting users to correct their input.
  Testing: Test the OData service with valid data to ensure that it works as expected without special characters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: Understand the structure and requirements of the OData service you are working with, including any constraints on the data format.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific OData service to understand its requirements and limitations.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the request and identify where the special characters are being introduced.
  User Input Validation: If the data is coming from user input, consider implementing input validation on the frontend to prevent users from entering special characters.
  
  By addressing the input data and ensuring compliance with the service's requirements, you should be able to resolve the error message /IWBEP/CM_MGW_RT153.