How To Fix SIT_PUWB052 - In the &1 secure text, remove the special characters from the parameters.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIT_PUWB - Messages for Situation Handling - Power User Workbench

• Message number: 052

• Message text: In the &1 secure text, remove the special characters from the parameters.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIT_PUWB052 - In the &1 secure text, remove the special characters from the parameters. ?

  The SAP error message SIT_PUWB052 indicates that there are special characters present in the parameters of a secure text field, which are not allowed. This error typically arises in scenarios where secure text fields are expected to contain only alphanumeric characters or specific allowed characters, and any deviation from this can trigger the error.
  Cause:
  
  Special Characters: The parameters being passed to the secure text field contain special characters (e.g., @, #, $, %, &, etc.) that are not permitted.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter special characters when inputting data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, special characters may not have been properly sanitized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Input Data: Check the input data for the secure text field and ensure that it only contains allowed characters. Remove any special characters.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the application to prevent users from entering special characters in the secure text fields.
  Data Cleansing: If the data is coming from an external source, perform data cleansing to remove or replace special characters before they are processed.
  Error Handling: Enhance error handling in the application to provide users with clear feedback on what characters are not allowed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the allowed character set for secure text fields.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE37 (Function Module) to analyze the structure of the secure text field and its constraints.
  User Training: Provide training to users on the correct format for entering data into secure text fields to minimize errors.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if you suspect a bug or system configuration issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SIT_PUWB052 error and ensure that secure text fields are populated correctly without special characters.