How To Fix RSRD234 - Special character &1 in file name &2 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRD - Report Dissemination

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Special character &1 in file name &2 not permitted

What causes this issue?

The file name &V2& contains illegal characters (for example, &V1&).
The file name can only contain ASCII characters in lower or upper case
and the underscore character '_'. The forward slash '/' can also be
used to separate the actual file name from subdirectories (to be
created), and angle brackets can be used when text variables are used.

System Response

The broadcast setting contains errors and can neither be saved nor
executed.

How to fix this error?

Specify a valid file name.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRD234 - Special character &1 in file name &2 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message RSRD234 indicates that there is a special character in the file name that is not permitted. This error typically occurs when you are trying to save or export a report or data to a file, and the file name contains characters that are not allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of special characters in the file name. Common special characters that may trigger this error include:
  
  Symbols like !, @, #, $, %, ^, &, *, (, ), +, =, {, }, [, ], ;, :, " , ', <, >, ?, ,, . (in certain contexts), and \.
  Spaces or leading/trailing spaces in the file name.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRD234 error, you should:
  
  Rename the File: Ensure that the file name does not contain any special characters. Use only alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) and underscores (_) or hyphens (-) if necessary.
  Remove Spaces: Avoid using spaces in the file name. If you need to separate words, consider using underscores or hyphens.
  Check for Leading/Trailing Spaces: Make sure there are no leading or trailing spaces in the file name.
  Use a Valid Format: Ensure that the file name adheres to the naming conventions and formats supported by the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for guidelines on file naming conventions and restrictions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Testing: After making the changes, try to save or export the report again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to eliminate the RSRD234 error and successfully save or export your file.