How To Fix AM681 - The postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3

AM681 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 681

• Message text: The postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM681 - The postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message AM681 indicates that there is an issue with the postal code format in the system. Specifically, it states that the postal code entered must have a length of either a specified value (&2) or an alternative value (&3). This error typically arises when the postal code does not conform to the expected length defined in the system settings.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Postal Code Length: The postal code entered does not match the required length as defined in the configuration settings for the country or region.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings for postal code lengths based on the country or region, and the entered postal code does not meet these criteria.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect postal code or omitted digits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Postal Code: Verify the postal code entered to ensure it is correct and complete. Make sure it adheres to the expected format