How To Fix RSDMD149 - Data record &: Invalid character(s) in '&' (InfoObject &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSDMD - Messages for master data

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Data record &: Invalid character(s) in '&' (InfoObject &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSDMD149 - Data record &: Invalid character(s) in '&' (InfoObject &) ?

  The SAP error message RSDMD149 indicates that there are invalid characters in a data record for a specific InfoObject. This typically occurs during data loading or data processing in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when the data being processed contains characters that are not allowed for the specified InfoObject.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The data being loaded into the InfoObject contains characters that are not permitted. This could include special characters, control characters, or characters that do not conform to the defined data type of the InfoObject.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data being loaded may not match the expected data type of the InfoObject (e.g., loading alphanumeric data into a numeric field).
  Incorrect Data Format: The format of the data being loaded may not align with the expected format for the InfoObject (e.g., date formats, currency formats).
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Invalid Data: Review the data records being loaded to identify which specific records contain invalid characters. You can use transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSMO (Monitor Data Load) to analyze the data load process.
  Data Cleansing: Cleanse the data by removing or replacing invalid characters. This may involve:
  
  Using data transformation tools or scripts to sanitize the data.
  Ensuring that the data adheres to the expected format and data type for the InfoObject.
  
  
  Modify InfoObject Settings: If necessary, review the settings of the InfoObject to ensure that it is configured correctly to accept the intended data. This may include adjusting the data type or length of the InfoObject.
  Test Data Load: After cleansing the data, perform a test data load to ensure that the issue has been resolved. Monitor the load process for any further errors.
  Documentation and Guidelines: Ensure that there are clear guidelines for data entry and loading processes to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObject Definition: Review the definition of the InfoObject in the SAP BW system to understand its data type, length, and allowed characters.
  Data Source: Check the source of the data being loaded to ensure that it is producing valid data. This may involve reviewing ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for monitoring and troubleshooting data loads in SAP BW, such as RSA1, RSMO, and RSPC.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSDMD149 error and ensure that your data loading processes run smoothly.