How To Fix SS043 - String contains invalid character &

SS043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SS - Integration IMG - function model - SAP analyzer

• Message number: 043

• Message text: String contains invalid character &

What causes this issue?

The following characters are permitted:
'ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0123456789._ '

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SS043 - String contains invalid character & ?

  The SAP error message SS043, which states "String contains invalid character &," typically indicates that there is an issue with the input data that contains characters not allowed in the specific context where it is being used. This error often arises in various scenarios, such as when entering data in fields, processing strings, or during data uploads.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Characters: The string may contain special characters or symbols that are not permitted in the specific field or context.
  Data Format Issues: The data might not conform to the expected format (e.g., numeric fields containing letters).
  Encoding Problems: There may be issues with character encoding, especially if data is being imported from external sources.
  User Input Errors: Users may inadvertently enter invalid characters when filling out forms or fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Data: Review the string or data being processed to identify and remove any invalid characters. Ensure that only allowed characters are present.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks