How To Fix /CCEE/YUFI_OUT_PAY016 - Text field mask should be 'pay code*model*municipality*revenue account'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CCEE/YUFI_OUT_PAY -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Text field mask should be 'pay code*model*municipality*revenue account'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CCEE/YUFI_OUT_PAY016 - Text field mask should be 'pay code*model*municipality*revenue account' ?

  The SAP error message /CCEE/YUFI_OUT_PAY016 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a text field that is expected to follow a specific mask. The required format is pay code*model*municipality*revenue account, which suggests that the input data must be structured in a particular way, with each component separated by an asterisk (*).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The input data does not conform to the expected format.
  One or more of the required components (pay code, model, municipality, revenue account) are missing or incorrectly formatted.
  There may be extra characters, spaces, or incorrect delimiters in the input string.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Input Data: Ensure that the input string matches the required format exactly. It should contain four components separated by asterisks (*).
  
  Example of a correct format: 1234*5678*CityName*RevenueAccount
  
  
  Validate Each Component: Make sure that each component (pay code, model, municipality, revenue account) is present and correctly formatted. Check for:
  
  Correct data types (e.g., numeric for pay code and model if required).
  No leading or trailing spaces.
  Valid values for each component based on your business rules.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the input with known good data to ensure that the system processes it correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to any relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides that pertain to the specific module or transaction you are working with. This may provide additional context or examples.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction code, ensure that you are following the correct procedure for that transaction.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has custom enhancements, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect the processing of this data.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message.