How To Fix /IWXBE/CORE009 - Service name '&1' contains invalid characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWXBE/CORE -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Service name '&1' contains invalid characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWXBE/CORE009 - Service name '&1' contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message /IWXBE/CORE009 Service name '&1' contains invalid characters typically indicates that the service name you are trying to use contains characters that are not allowed according to the naming conventions defined by SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of invalid characters in the service name. SAP has specific rules regarding what characters can be used in service names, and these usually include:
  
  Only alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  No special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, etc.)
  No spaces
  
  If the service name includes any of these invalid characters, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Service Name: Review the service name you are trying to use and ensure it adheres to the naming conventions. Remove any invalid characters.
  
  
  Rename the Service: If the service name is incorrect, rename it to a valid name that only includes allowed characters.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, try to execute the operation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions for services and other objects.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like /IWXBE/ related transactions) to manage or create services.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.