How To Fix MASS_SPSH010 - Do not use alphanumeric characters as a special character for field &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MASS_SPSH - Messages for spreadsheet import functionality

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Do not use alphanumeric characters as a special character for field &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MASS_SPSH010 - Do not use alphanumeric characters as a special character for field &1 ?

  The SAP error message MASS_SPSH010 indicates that there is an issue with the use of alphanumeric characters in a field that is expected to contain special characters. This error typically arises in the context of mass data processing or data uploads where certain fields are expected to adhere to specific formatting rules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A field that is supposed to contain special characters (like symbols or punctuation) is instead populated with alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers).
  The system has validation rules that restrict the type of characters that can be used in certain fields, and the input does not comply with these rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Check the field mentioned in the error message (denoted as &1). Understand what type of data is expected in that field.
  
  
  Review Data Input: Look at the data you are trying to upload or process. Ensure that the values in the specified field contain only the allowed special characters and do not include any alphanumeric characters.
  
  
  Correct the Data: Modify the data to replace any alphanumeric characters with appropriate special characters as required by the field's specifications.
  
  
  Validation: Before re-uploading or processing the data, validate it against the field requirements to ensure compliance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the data upload or processing again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Specifications: Refer to the documentation or data dictionary for the specific field to understand the allowed character set.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or other data migration tools, ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up to handle the data format.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MASS_SPSH010 error and successfully process your data in SAP.