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

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 "*").

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS004 - Name must not contain any special characters ?

  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