How To Fix MC152 - Incorrect parameter & ('&' not allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Incorrect parameter & ('&' not allowed)

What causes this issue?

A parameter was incorrectly entered in the SAPMACO call.

System Response

The system cancels the maintenance.

How to fix this error?

Call SAPMACO again and enter the parameters correctly. By pressing the
F1 function key, you can display the online documentation of the
parameters after calling SAPMACO.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC152 - Incorrect parameter & ('&' not allowed) ?

  The SAP error message MC152 ("Incorrect parameter & ('&' not allowed)") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Material Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of certain parameters or settings in the system. This error indicates that an invalid character, specifically the ampersand (&), has been used in a parameter where it is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Character Usage: The most common cause of this error is the inclusion of the ampersand (&) character in a field or parameter that does not accept it. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When defining a selection parameter in a report or transaction.
  When entering data in configuration settings or customizing transactions.
  In user-defined fields or custom programs where the input is not validated properly.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter the ampersand character while filling out forms or input fields.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Review the input fields or parameters where the error