How To Fix RSM_RULE_UI005 - Enter an alphanumeric value for &1. Special characters not allowed.

RSM_RULE_UI005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM_RULE_UI - Responsibility Rule UI Messages

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter an alphanumeric value for &1. Special characters not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM_RULE_UI005 - Enter an alphanumeric value for &1. Special characters not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message RSM_RULE_UI005, which states "Enter an alphanumeric value for &1. Special characters not allowed," typically occurs when a user attempts to input a value that contains special characters in a field that only accepts alphanumeric characters. This can happen in various contexts within SAP, such as when entering data in a transaction or while configuring settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Input Validation: The field in question is designed to accept only alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers). Special characters (like @, #, $, %, &, etc.) are not permitted.
  Field Configuration: The field may have been configured to restrict input to alphanumeric values only, which is common for fields that require identifiers, codes, or names.
  User Error: The user may inadvertently include special characters while typing or copying and pasting data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Review the value you are trying to enter in the field. Ensure that it contains only letters (A-Z, a-z) and numbers (0-9). Remove