How To Fix SIW040 - Enter valid characters for ES Repository type name &1 (field &2)

SIW040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Enter valid characters for ES Repository type name &1 (field &2)

What causes this issue?

During the mapping process, the system identified a wrong ES Repository
type name.

System Response

The system does not complete the mapping process.

How to fix this error?

Identify the wrong type name and enter an appropriate type name.
INCLUDE GOTO_INFORMATION_LOG_MAPPING OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIW040 - Enter valid characters for ES Repository type name &1 (field &2) ?

  The SAP error message SIW040 indicates that there is an issue with the input provided for the ES (Enterprise Services) Repository type name. This error typically arises when the name entered does not conform to the expected format or contains invalid characters.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The name for the ES Repository type may contain characters that are not allowed. This can include special characters, spaces, or symbols that are not permitted in naming conventions.
  Length Restrictions: The name may exceed the maximum length allowed for the repository type name.
  Incorrect Format: The name may not follow the required format or structure as defined by SAP standards.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that the name you are trying to enter adheres to SAP's naming conventions. Typically, valid characters include letters (A-Z, a-z), numbers (0-9), and underscores (_). Avoid using spaces and special characters.
  Length Verification: Verify that the name does not exceed the maximum character limit. Check the