How To Fix J_1IG_MSGS089 - Special character not allowed in GSTIN

J_1IG_MSGS089 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J_1IG_MSGS - GST India: Message class

• Message number: 089

• Message text: Special character not allowed in GSTIN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J_1IG_MSGS089 - Special character not allowed in GSTIN ?

  The SAP error message J_1IG_MSGS089 indicates that there is a problem with the Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN) format in your SAP system. Specifically, it states that special characters are not allowed in the GSTIN.
  
  Cause:
  The GSTIN is a unique identifier assigned to businesses in India for the purpose of GST compliance. It is a 15-character alphanumeric code that follows a specific format. The error occurs when the GSTIN entered contains special characters (such as @, #, $, %, &, etc.) or is not in the correct format.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the GSTIN Format: Ensure that the GSTIN you are entering adheres to the correct format:
  
  It should be a 15-character alphanumeric string.
  The first two characters represent the state code.
  The next ten characters are the PAN (Permanent Account Number) of the business.
  The 13th character is the entity code.
  The 14th character is for the default state code.
  The last