How To Fix /RPM/ITEM155 - Project cannot be created with ID &1; it contains invalid character &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/ITEM -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Project cannot be created with ID &1; it contains invalid character &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/ITEM155 - Project cannot be created with ID &1; it contains invalid character &2 ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/ITEM155 indicates that there is an issue with the project ID you are trying to create. Specifically, the error states that the project ID contains an invalid character. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The project ID you are trying to use contains characters that are not allowed according to the naming conventions defined in your SAP system. This could include special characters, spaces, or characters that are not alphanumeric.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict the types of characters that can be used in project IDs. This is often defined in the project management configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Project ID: Review the project ID you are trying to create. Ensure that it only contains valid characters. Typically, valid characters include:
  
  Letters (A-Z, a-z)
  Numbers (0-9)
  Underscores (_)
  Dashes (-)
  
  Avoid using spaces or special characters like @, #, $, %, etc.
  
  
  Modify the Project ID: If the project ID contains invalid characters, modify it to comply with the allowed character set. For example, if your project ID is Project#1, change it to Project_1 or Project-1.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are unsure about the allowed characters, consult your SAP configuration settings or speak with your SAP administrator. They can provide you with the specific rules that apply to project IDs in your system.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes to the project ID, attempt to create the project again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Project Management (PS module) for more details on naming conventions and restrictions.
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to project management, such as CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure) or CJ20N (Project Builder), to see if there are any additional settings or validations in place.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has implemented custom logic (user exits or BAdIs) that affects project creation, check if these might be enforcing additional restrictions on project IDs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create your project in SAP.