How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN_AM682 - The P.O. box 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: 682

• Message text: The P.O. box 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_AM682 - The P.O. box postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM682 indicates that there is an issue with the postal code format for a P.O. box in your system. 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 when entering address information in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Postal Code Length: The postal code entered for a P.O. box does not match the expected length defined in the system configuration. This can happen if the postal code is too short or too long.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the postal codes may not conform to the expected format in SAP.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings for postal codes that are not aligned with the data being entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Postal Code Length: Verify the postal code you are entering for the P.O. box. Ensure that it matches the required length specified in the error message.
  Update Data: If you are migrating data, ensure that the postal codes in your source data conform to the expected lengths. You may need to clean or transform the data before migration.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system related to postal codes. This may involve checking the country-specific settings or address formats.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidelines on postal code formats specific to your region or country.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like SAP Data Migration Cockpit (DMC), ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up for postal codes.
  Address Validation: Implement address validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.