How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE781 - The number of the Product must not be longer than & characters

CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE781 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 781

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

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CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE781 - Details

• The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE781 indicates that the product number you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum allowed length defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of product master data or when creating or updating product-related information in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the input of a product number that exceeds the character limit set in the system configuration. Each field in SAP has a defined length, and if the input exceeds this length, the system will throw an error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Maximum Length: Determine the maximum length allowed for the product number in your SAP configuration. This can usually be found in the data dictionary or by checking the field properties in the relevant table (e.g., MARA for material master).
  
  
  Shorten the Product Number: If the product number you are trying to enter exceeds the defined length, you will need to shorten it. Ensure that the