How To Fix /SCMB/TMSRES_BP014 - Driver name must not contain *, +, or ?

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/TMSRES_BP -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Driver name must not contain *, +, or ?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP014 - Driver name must not contain *, +, or ? ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/TMSRES_BP014 Driver name must not contain *, +, or ?? typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when there is an issue with the naming conventions of drivers or resources in the system. This error indicates that the driver name you are trying to use contains invalid characters, specifically *, +, or ??.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the inclusion of prohibited characters in the driver name. SAP has specific naming conventions and restrictions to ensure consistency and avoid conflicts in the system. The characters *, +, and ?? are not allowed in driver names because they can lead to ambiguity or issues in processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Driver Name: Review the driver name you are trying to use and ensure it does not contain any of the prohibited characters (*, +, or ??).
  
  
  Rename the Driver: If the driver name does contain any of these characters, rename it to a valid name that adheres to SAP's naming conventions. Use alphanumeric characters and underscores (_) instead.
  
  
  Update References: If the driver name is referenced in other configurations or settings, make sure to update those references to match the new valid name.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After renaming the driver, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the driver functions as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and restrictions in SCM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully use the driver in your SAP SCM environment.