How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE537 - The number of the generic product must not be longer than & characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 537

• Message text: The number of the generic product must not be longer than & characters

What causes this issue?

The numbers for variants are created by adding a suffix to the number of
the generic product. For this reason, the number of the generic product
may contain only &V1& characters.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you require more characters, ask your system administrator to
increase the product number length defined in your system.

Procedure for System Administrators

You define the length of product numbers in Customizing for the
<LS>Material Master</> in the activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMSL>Define output format of material numbers
</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE537 - The number of the generic product must not be longer than & characters ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE537 indicates that the number of the generic product exceeds the maximum allowed length. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a generic product in SAP, and the product number you are using exceeds the character limit defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limit: The generic product number you are trying to enter is longer than the maximum length allowed by the system configuration.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where extra characters or spaces have been included inadvertently.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured to accept a specific length for product numbers, and the input does not comply with this configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Character Limit: Verify the maximum character limit for generic product numbers in your SAP system. This can usually be found in the configuration settings or documentation.
  Modify Input: Ensure that the product number you are entering does not exceed the defined character limit. If it does, shorten the product number accordingly.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your input forms to prevent users from entering product numbers that exceed the allowed length.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on product number formats and limitations.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe the configuration is incorrect or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to product master data management, such as MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct formats and limitations for entering product numbers to minimize the occurrence of this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure compliance with the system's requirements for generic product numbers.