How To Fix RSRT_BICS_MODEL002 - View element CID "&1" contains invalid characters

RSRT_BICS_MODEL002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSRT_BICS_MODEL - Messages for RSRT BICS Model

• Message number: 002

• 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_MODEL002 - View element CID "&1" contains invalid characters ?

  The SAP error message RSRT_BICS_MODEL002 indicates that there is an issue with a view element in a BICS (Business Intelligence Consumer Services) model, specifically that the element contains invalid characters. This error typically arises when the model is being used in a query or report, and it can prevent the successful execution of that query.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of invalid characters in the view element's CID (Component Identifier). This can happen due to:
  
  Special characters that are not allowed in the naming conventions of BICS models.
  Incorrectly formatted names or identifiers that do not comply with SAP's naming standards.
  Changes in the underlying data model that have not been properly reflected in the BICS model.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RSRT_BICS_MODEL002 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Invalid Element:
  
  Check the error message for the specific CID that is causing the issue. This will help you locate the problematic view element.
  
  
  
  Review Naming Conventions:
  
  Ensure