How To Fix SD170 - Document name & contains forbidden special characters.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Document name & contains forbidden special characters.

What causes this issue?

The names of documents of classes BOOK, CHAP or SIMG cannot contain
special characters.

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

The following characters are allowed:

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD170 - Document name & contains forbidden special characters. ?

  The SAP error message SD170, which states "Document name & contains forbidden special characters," typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice) in the SAP system, and the document name or number includes characters that are not allowed by the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of special characters in the document name or number that are not permitted by SAP. Common forbidden characters may include:
  
  Special symbols (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, *, etc.)
  Spaces at the beginning or end of the document name
  Certain punctuation marks
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Document Name: Review the document name or number you are trying to use. Ensure that it does not contain any forbidden special characters.
  Modify the Document Name: If you find any forbidden characters, modify the document name to remove or replace them with acceptable characters (typically alphanumeric characters).
  Follow Naming Conventions: Ensure that you are following the naming conventions set by your organization or the SAP system. This may include using specific prefixes, suffixes, or formats.
  Test the Changes: After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the document again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for specific guidelines on naming conventions and allowed characters.
  Transaction Codes: If you are using specific transaction codes (e.g., VA01 for sales orders), ensure that you are familiar with the requirements for those transactions.
  User Exits or Enhancements: If your organization has implemented custom user exits or enhancements, check if they impose additional restrictions on document naming.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this error or provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.