How To Fix LSO206 - Key may not contain blanks; blanks were removed

LSO206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LSO - Publisher and Learner Account

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Key may not contain blanks; blanks were removed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LSO206 - Key may not contain blanks; blanks were removed ?

  The SAP error message LSO206 indicates that a key you are trying to use contains blank spaces, which is not allowed in the context of the operation you are performing. This error typically occurs in the Learning Solution (LSO) module of SAP when you are trying to create or modify a record that requires a key (like a course, participant, or other entities) that should not have any spaces.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the presence of leading, trailing, or embedded blank spaces in the key field you are trying to use. SAP does not accept keys with spaces because they can lead to ambiguity and inconsistencies in data handling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LSO206 error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Key Field: Review the key field you are entering. Ensure that there are no leading or trailing spaces. You can do this by:
  
  Manually checking the input for any spaces.
  Using a text editor