How To Fix WTYMP016 - Execution time ID not allowed. Use only A-Z and 0-9

WTYMP016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WTYMP - Warranty Mass Change

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Execution time ID not allowed. Use only A-Z and 0-9

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WTYMP016 - Execution time ID not allowed. Use only A-Z and 0-9 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WTYMP016: Execution time ID not allowed. Use only A-Z and 0-9:
  
  Error Message
  WTYMP016: Execution time ID not allowed. Use only A-Z and 0-9
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when an execution time ID (often used in time management, payroll, or related SAP modules) contains invalid characters. The system expects the execution time ID to be alphanumeric, consisting only of uppercase letters (A-Z) and digits (0-9). If the ID contains any other characters such as lowercase letters, special characters, spaces, or symbols, the system will raise this error.
  
  Explanation
  
  The execution time ID is a key identifier used in SAP Time Management or Payroll processes.
  SAP enforces strict naming conventions for these IDs to ensure consistency and avoid processing errors.
  The error is a validation check to prevent invalid IDs from being saved or processed.
  
  
  Solution
  
  Check the Execution Time ID you are trying to enter or process.
  Remove any invalid characters