How To Fix PLM_PDN_WUI_CNTL005 - Instead of "&1", enter a valid mail address

PLM_PDN_WUI_CNTL005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_PDN_WUI_CNTL - Product Designer Web UI

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Instead of "&1", enter a valid mail address

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_PDN_WUI_CNTL005 - Instead of "&1", enter a valid mail address ?

  The SAP error message PLM_PDN_WUI_CNTL005 indicates that there is an issue with the email address input in a specific field, where the system expects a valid email format but receives an invalid one (represented by "&1"). This error typically occurs in the context of the Product Data Management (PDM) or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) modules when trying to send notifications or alerts via email.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Invalid Email Format: The email address entered does not conform to standard email formatting rules (e.g., missing "@" symbol, no domain, etc.).
  Empty Field: The field where the email address is supposed to be entered is left blank.
  Special Characters: The email address may contain invalid characters that are not allowed in email addresses.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the email settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Email