How To Fix RSRT_BICS_MODEL001 - View element CID "&1" contains invalid characters

RSRT_BICS_MODEL001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRT_BICS_MODEL - Messages for RSRT BICS Model

• Message number: 001

• Message text: View element CID "&1" contains invalid characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSRT_BICS_MODEL001 - View element CID "&1" contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message RSRT_BICS_MODEL001 indicates that there is an issue with a view element in a BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services) model, specifically that the view element CID (Component Identifier) contains invalid characters. This error typically arises when the identifier for a view element does not conform to the expected naming conventions or contains characters that are not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The CID may contain special characters, spaces, or other invalid characters that are not permitted in SAP naming conventions.
  Incorrect Configuration: The BICS model may have been incorrectly configured, leading to the generation of invalid CIDs.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source or underlying query has elements with invalid names, this can propagate to the BICS model.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Review the naming conventions for view elements in SAP. Ensure that the CID only contains valid characters (typically alphanumeric characters, underscores, and no spaces).
  Modify the View Element: If you have access