How To Fix S>211 - Do not use non-7-bit ASCII characters (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S> -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Do not use non-7-bit ASCII characters (see long text)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S>211 - Do not use non-7-bit ASCII characters (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message S211 indicates that non-7-bit ASCII characters are being used in a context where only 7-bit ASCII characters are allowed. This typically occurs in scenarios involving data input, file uploads, or communication between systems where character encoding is critical.
  Cause:
  
  Character Encoding Issues: The presence of characters outside the standard ASCII range (0-127) can lead to this error. This includes characters from extended character sets, such as accented letters or symbols.
  Data Input: If users are entering data that includes special characters or if data is being imported from external sources (like CSV files) that contain non-ASCII characters.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to only accept 7-bit ASCII characters, leading to this error when non-compliant characters are encountered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Non-ASCII Characters: Review the data being processed to identify any characters that fall outside the 7-bit ASCII range. This can be done by checking the input data for special characters.
  Data Cleaning: Remove or replace non-ASCII characters with their ASCII equivalents. For example, replace “é” with “e” or remove special symbols.
  Encoding Conversion: If the data is being imported from a file, ensure that the file is saved in a compatible encoding format (like UTF-8 without BOM or ASCII).
  Validation: Implement validation checks in the input forms or data processing routines to ensure that only 7-bit ASCII characters are accepted.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions specific to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Character Encoding: Understanding character encoding is crucial. ASCII is a character encoding standard that uses 7 bits to represent characters, allowing for 128 unique symbols.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP's official documentation for guidelines on character encoding and data input standards.
  Testing: After making changes, test the input or data processing to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that only valid characters are used, you can resolve the S211 error in SAP.