How To Fix SD109 - Message class &1 contains the special character '+'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Message class &1 contains the special character '+'

What causes this issue?

Deletion of this message class would be executed as a mass operation,
which is not allowed online.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The documents of the message class must be deleted directly from
database tables DOKIL, DOKHL and DOKTL.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD109 - Message class &1 contains the special character '+' ?

  The SAP error message SD109 indicates that a specific message class contains the special character '+', which is not allowed in certain contexts within SAP. This error typically arises when working with message classes in the SAP system, particularly in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the message class name or the message text within that class includes the '+' character. In SAP, certain characters are restricted in message classes and their associated texts, and '+' is one of them. This can happen during the creation or modification of message classes or when trying to use them in transactions.
  Solution:
  To resolve the SD109 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Message Class: Determine which message class is causing the error. The error message will usually specify the message class in question.
  
  
  Check for Special Characters: Review the name of the message class and the messages within it. Look for the '+' character or any other special characters that may not be allowed.
  
  
  Modify the Message Class:
  
  If the message class name contains the '+' character, you will need to rename it to remove the special character.
  If the message text contains the '+' character, edit the message text to remove or replace the character with an acceptable one.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the message class and its messages.
  
  
  Test: Re-run the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Classes: In SAP, message classes are used to group related messages for easier management and localization. Each message class can contain multiple messages, each identified by a unique number.
  Special Characters: SAP has specific rules regarding the use of special characters in various contexts. It's important to familiarize yourself with these rules to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: If you continue to experience issues or if the error message does not provide enough information, consider searching for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal. These notes may provide additional insights or solutions for specific error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SD109 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.