How To Fix SADT_RESOURCE038 - The text contains characters [&1] which cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SADT_RESOURCE - Resource messages

• Message number: 038

• Message text: The text contains characters [&1] which cannot be converted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SADT_RESOURCE038 - The text contains characters [&1] which cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message SADT_RESOURCE038 indicates that there are characters in the text that cannot be converted to the expected character set. This typically occurs when there are special characters or unsupported characters in the text that the system is trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Characters: The text may contain characters that are not supported by the character encoding used in the SAP system (e.g., UTF-8, ISO-8859-1).
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered data with special characters or symbols that are not recognized by the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may contain characters that are not compatible with the SAP system's character set.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be configured to handle certain character sets properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Unsupported Characters: Review the text that is causing the error and identify any unsupported characters. You can use tools or scripts to find these characters.
  Replace or Remove Characters: Modify the text to remove or replace unsupported characters with valid ones. This can often be done manually or through a batch process if there are many entries.
  Check Character Encoding: Ensure that the character encoding settings in your SAP system are correctly configured to support the characters you need to use. This may involve adjusting system settings or database configurations.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation rules to prevent users from entering unsupported characters in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for guidance on character encoding and supported character sets.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to character encoding issues for specific guidance and patches.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze and modify the data causing the issue.
  Character Set Documentation: Review SAP documentation on character sets and encoding to understand the limitations and supported characters.
  Testing: After making changes, test the affected functionality to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.