How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN_AM681 - The postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_SIN_AM - Messages for 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 CNV_DMC_SIN_AM681 - The postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM681 indicates that there is an issue with the postal code format in your data. Specifically, the error states that the postal code must have a length of either a specified value (&2) or another specified value (&3). This typically occurs during data migration or data conversion processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Postal Code Length: The postal code provided does not match the expected length defined in the system. For example, if the system expects postal codes to be either 5 or 9 characters long, and the provided postal code is 4 or 10 characters long, this error will occur.
  Data Format Issues: The postal code may contain invalid characters or formatting that does not conform to the expected standards.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration for postal codes may not align with the data being imported, especially if the data comes from different regions or countries with varying postal code formats.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Postal Code Length: Verify the length of the postal codes in your data. Ensure that they conform to the expected lengths defined in the SAP system.
  Data Cleansing: Cleanse the data to ensure that all postal codes are formatted correctly. This may involve trimming whitespace, removing invalid characters, or padding codes to meet the required length.
  Update Configuration: If necessary, update the configuration settings in SAP to accommodate the postal code formats you are working with. This may involve adjusting the settings in the relevant customizing transactions.
  Validation Rules: Implement validation rules in your data migration process to catch these errors before attempting to load the data into SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Data Migration Tools: Familiarize yourself with the tools and processes used for data migration in SAP, such as the SAP Data Migration Cockpit, to better understand how to handle data format issues.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module you are working with to understand the requirements for postal codes and other address-related fields.
  
  By addressing the length and format of the postal codes in your data, you should be able to resolve the CNV_DMC_SIN_AM681 error and successfully complete your data migration or conversion process.