How To Fix SIW071 - Incorrect character used in value &1; enter a valid one

SIW071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIW - Service Implementation Workbench

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Incorrect character used in value &1; enter a valid one

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SIW071 - Details

• The SAP error message SIW071, which states "Incorrect character used in value &1; enter a valid one," typically occurs when a user inputs a value that contains invalid characters in a field that has specific restrictions on the type of characters allowed. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering data in a transaction, customizing settings, or configuring parameters.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of characters in the input that do not conform to the expected format or character set. Common reasons include:
  
  Special characters that are not allowed (e.g., symbols, punctuation).
  Incorrect data types (e.g., entering letters in a numeric field).
  Leading or trailing spaces that are not acceptable.
  Input that exceeds the maximum length defined for the field.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SIW071 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Value: Review the value you entered in the field. Ensure that it does not contain any invalid characters. Remove any special characters, spaces,