How To Fix 5I071 - The ABN should be 14 numbers long

5I071 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5I - HR-PA: Reserved for International Version (Australia)

• Message number: 071

• Message text: The ABN should be 14 numbers long

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5I071 - The ABN should be 14 numbers long ?

  The SAP error message 5I071, which states "The ABN should be 14 numbers long," typically occurs in the context of entering an Australian Business Number (ABN) in the SAP system. The ABN is a unique identifier issued by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) to businesses in Australia, and it must be exactly 14 digits long.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Length: The most common cause of this error is that the ABN entered is not 14 digits long. It may be too short or too long.
  Non-numeric Characters: The ABN may contain non-numeric characters (such as letters, spaces, or special characters), which would also trigger this error.
  Leading Zeros: If the ABN is entered with leading zeros, it may not be recognized correctly, depending on how the system processes the input.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the ABN Length: Ensure that the ABN you are entering is exactly 14 digits long. If it is shorter or longer, correct it.
  Verify Numeric Input: Make