How To Fix SD_DT007 - DTDC name & with hyphen.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD_DT - DD: Messages for Tuning Objects

• Message number: 007

• Message text: DTDC name & with hyphen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD_DT007 - DTDC name & with hyphen. ?

  The SAP error message SD_DT007 typically relates to issues with the delivery terms or conditions in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module. The specific error message "DTDC name & with hyphen" indicates that there is a problem with the Delivery Terms and Conditions (DTDC) name, particularly that it contains a hyphen, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The DTDC name may contain invalid characters, such as hyphens, which are not permitted in the naming convention for delivery terms in SAP.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the DTDC names are defined, leading to the acceptance of invalid names.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently entered a DTDC name with a hyphen during the creation or modification of delivery terms.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check and Modify DTDC Name:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Delivery Terms and Conditions in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (usually in SPRO under Sales and Distribution > Basic Functions > Delivery > Define Delivery Terms).
  Look for the DTDC name that contains a hyphen and modify it to remove the hyphen or replace it with an acceptable character.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that any new DTDC names being created do not include hyphens or other invalid characters.
  Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent the entry of invalid DTDC names.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs when processing sales orders or deliveries that reference the modified DTDC.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Document the changes made and provide training to users on the correct naming conventions for DTDCs to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OVLT (for maintaining delivery terms) and SPRO (for configuration).
  User Roles: Ensure that users who are responsible for entering or modifying delivery terms have the appropriate roles and permissions to do so.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional insights.