How To Fix Q6164 - The index ID contains a non-alphanumeric character

Q6164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: Q6 - Archive Information System

• Message number: 164

• Message text: The index ID contains a non-alphanumeric character

What causes this issue?

The index ID contains a character that is not permitted. You may only
use letters or numbers. You may not use spaces, unless they are at the
end of the index ID.

System Response

The index cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the index ID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message Q6164 - The index ID contains a non-alphanumeric character ?

  The SAP error message Q6164, which states "The index ID contains a non-alphanumeric character," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) or when dealing with inspection lots and quality notifications. This error indicates that the index ID being used contains characters that are not allowed, specifically non-alphanumeric characters.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of special characters (such as symbols, punctuation, or spaces) in the index ID. SAP systems generally require that certain identifiers, such as index IDs, consist only of alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers) to ensure proper processing and indexing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Index ID: Determine which index ID is causing the error. This may involve checking the transaction or process you were attempting to execute when the error occurred.
  
  
  Check for Non-Alphanumeric Characters: Review the index ID for any characters that are not letters (A-Z, a-z) or numbers (0-9).