How To Fix MSG_UH057 - Only characters 'A-Z 0-9 _ -' are allowed for hierarchy ID.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_UH - Universal Hierarchy Message Class

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Only characters 'A-Z 0-9 _ -' are allowed for hierarchy ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_UH057 - Only characters 'A-Z 0-9 _ -' are allowed for hierarchy ID. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_UH057 indicates that the hierarchy ID you are trying to use contains invalid characters. According to the error message, only the characters 'A-Z', '0-9', '_', and '-' are allowed for the hierarchy ID.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  The hierarchy ID you are entering includes special characters or spaces that are not permitted.
  The hierarchy ID may be too long or formatted incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Hierarchy ID: Ensure that the hierarchy ID you are trying to use only contains the allowed characters: uppercase letters (A-Z), numbers (0-9), underscores (_), and hyphens (-).
  Remove Invalid Characters: If there are any invalid characters (like spaces, punctuation, or lowercase letters), remove or replace them with valid characters.
  Length Check: Ensure that the hierarchy ID does not exceed the maximum length allowed by SAP (usually 30 characters, but this can vary based on specific configurations).
  Re-enter the ID: After making the necessary adjustments, re-enter the hierarchy ID in the relevant field.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and restrictions for hierarchy IDs.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working within a specific transaction (like creating or modifying a hierarchy), ensure you are following the correct procedures for that transaction.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify hierarchy IDs in the system.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.