How To Fix 5K198 - Street/House number for Business No. &1 longer than specification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Street/House number for Business No. &1 longer than specification

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K198 - Street/House number for Business No. &1 longer than specification ?

  The SAP error message "5K198 Street/House number for Business No. &1 longer than specification" typically indicates that the street or house number associated with a business partner (or customer/vendor) exceeds the allowed character limit defined in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The street or house number may have been entered incorrectly, possibly including extra characters or spaces.
  Configuration Limitations: The field length for the street/house number in the business partner master data may be set to a limit that is shorter than the data being entered.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it may not conform to the length restrictions set in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the street/house number entered for the business partner. Ensure that it does not contain any unnecessary characters or spaces and that it adheres to the expected format.
  Adjust Configuration: If the data is valid but exceeds the configured limit, you may need to adjust the field length in the relevant configuration settings. This typically requires access to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and may involve:
  
  Navigating to the relevant section for business partner or address data.
  Modifying the field length settings for the street/house number.
  
  
  Data Cleansing: If the error arises from migrated data, consider cleansing the data to ensure it meets the SAP requirements before re-importing it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the field length limits for business partner addresses.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to view or edit the business partner data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Field Lengths: The standard field lengths for addresses can vary based on country-specific settings, so ensure you are aware of the specific requirements for your region.
  Testing: After making changes, test the entry again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.