/IWFND/CM_V4_COS118 - Spage or special characters in service id '&1' not allowed

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWFND/CM_V4_COS -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Spage or special characters in service id '&1' not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS118 - Spage or special characters in service id '&1' not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /IWFND/CM_V4_COS118 indicates that there are invalid characters in the service ID of an OData service. Specifically, it mentions that "space or special characters" are not allowed in the service ID. This error typically occurs when you are trying to register or access an OData service in the SAP Gateway and the service ID contains characters that are not permitted.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Characters: The service ID may contain spaces, special characters, or symbols that are not allowed. Valid characters typically include alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) and underscores (_).
  Incorrect Naming Convention: The service ID might not adhere to the naming conventions defined by SAP for OData services.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Service ID: Review the service ID you are using and ensure it does not contain any spaces or special characters. Replace any invalid characters with valid ones (e.g., use underscores instead of spaces).
  
  
  Rename the Service: If you have control over the service definition, consider renaming the service to comply with the naming conventions. This can usually be done in the service registration or definition area of the SAP Gateway.
  
  
  Re-register the Service: After correcting the service ID, re-register the OData service in the SAP Gateway using transaction code /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE. Make sure to enter the corrected service ID.
  
  
  Test the Service: After making the changes, test the service to ensure that it is functioning correctly without any errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Gateway Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and valid characters for service IDs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /IWFND/MAINT_SERVICE for service maintenance and /IWFND/ERROR_LOG for checking error logs related to OData services.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully register or access your OData service.