How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM701 - Characteristic values are not allowed to have this apostrophe: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Characteristic values are not allowed to have this apostrophe: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM701 - Characteristic values are not allowed to have this apostrophe: & ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM701 Characteristic values are not allowed to have this apostrophe: & typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create or modify characteristic values that contain an apostrophe (single quote) or other special characters that are not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Character: The apostrophe (') is not allowed in characteristic values in SAP APO. This restriction is in place to avoid issues with data processing and to maintain data integrity.
  Data Entry Error: The error may arise from manual data entry where a user inadvertently includes an apostrophe in the characteristic value.
  Data Import: If you are importing data from an external source (like a CSV file), the data may contain apostrophes that are not handled correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Remove Apostrophes: Check the characteristic values you are trying to enter or modify and remove any apostrophes or replace them with an acceptable character (e.g., a space or underscore).
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry forms or import processes to ensure that apostrophes and other invalid characters are not included in characteristic values.
  Use Alternative Characters: If the apostrophe is necessary for the meaning of the characteristic, consider using alternative representations (e.g., "O'Reilly" could be represented as "OReilly" or "O_R_elly").
  Review Data Sources: If the data is being imported, review the source data to ensure it complies with SAP's requirements before importing it into the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation for SAP APO for guidelines on valid characters for characteristic values.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional context or solutions.
  Data Governance: Establish data governance practices to ensure that data entered into the system adheres to the required formats and standards.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.