How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES235 - Leading blanks in resource name not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Leading blanks in resource name not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES235 - Leading blanks in resource name not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES235 indicates that there are leading blanks in the resource name within the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a resource in the system, and the resource name you provided has one or more leading spaces.
  Cause:
  
  The resource name entered in the system has leading spaces, which are not allowed in SAP.
  This can happen due to manual entry errors, data import processes, or incorrect formatting in external files.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Name: Review the resource name you are trying to enter or modify. Ensure that there are no leading spaces before the actual name.
  
  
  Trim Spaces: If you are copying and pasting the resource name from another source, make sure to trim any leading or trailing spaces. You can do this manually or use a text editor that shows hidden characters.
  
  
  Data Import: If you are importing data from an external file (like a CSV or Excel file), ensure that the resource names in the file do not have leading spaces. You can use functions in Excel (like TRIM) to clean up the data before importing.
  
  
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry or import processes to catch leading spaces before they cause errors in SAP.
  
  
  Testing: After correcting the resource name, try to save or process the resource again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have known issues that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and resource management.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your resources in SAP APO.