How To Fix /SCMTMS/DG_UI057 - Field &1 deleted from field pool; field contains an invalid character

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DG_UI -

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Field &1 deleted from field pool; field contains an invalid character

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG_UI057 - Field &1 deleted from field pool; field contains an invalid character ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DG_UI057 Field &1 deleted from field pool; field contains an invalid character typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the data being processed in a user interface (UI) or a data structure. This error indicates that a specific field (denoted by &1) has been removed from the field pool because it contains an invalid character that is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The field in question may contain characters that are not permitted according to the field's definition in the data model. This could include special characters, spaces, or other non-alphanumeric characters.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered data incorrectly, leading to the presence of invalid characters.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or imported from external sources, it may contain invalid characters that are not compatible with the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the field in the underlying data model or UI.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Value: Identify the field that is causing the issue (the one represented by &1) and check its value for any invalid characters. Remove or replace these characters with valid ones.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation rules to ensure that users cannot enter invalid characters in the future. This can be done through input validation in the UI or backend checks.
  Review Data Migration: If the issue arose from data migration, review the data transformation rules to ensure that they correctly handle character validation.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the data model definition for the specific field to understand what characters are allowed.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to trace where the invalid character is being introduced and address it at the source.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ to access the relevant configuration and data management areas in SAP TM.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.