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How To Fix KS004 - Name must not contain any special characters


KS004 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Name must not contain any special characters

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  • What causes this issue?

    You have tried to select an invalid name.

    System Response

    Your entry is rejected.

    How to fix this error?

    Select a name without special characters (you must avoid using the
    character "*").

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


KS004 - Details

  • The SAP error message KS004 ("Name must not contain any special characters") typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a master data record (such as a cost center, internal order, or other objects) in SAP, and the name you have entered includes special characters that are not allowed.
    
    Cause: The error is triggered because SAP has specific naming conventions that restrict the use of certain special characters in names. Common disallowed characters include: Special symbols (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, *, etc.) Spaces at the beginning or end of the name Certain punctuation marks
    Solution: To resolve the KS004 error, follow these steps: Check the Name: Review the name you are trying to enter. Ensure that it does not contain any special characters or disallowed symbols. Use Allowed Characters: Stick to alphanumeric characters (A-Z, 0-9) and underscores (_) or hyphens (-) if allowed. Avoid using spaces, punctuation, or any special symbols. Modify the Input: If your

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