How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN_AM696 - There must be a letter in the &2 place of the postal code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_DMC_SIN_AM - Messages for Business Address Services

• Message number: 696

• Message text: There must be a letter in the &2 place of the postal code &1

INCLUDE AM696 OBJECT DOKU ID NA LANGUAGE EN

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM696 - There must be a letter in the &2 place of the postal code &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM696 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a postal code in your data migration or conversion process. Specifically, the error states that there must be a letter in a specific position of the postal code, which suggests that the postal code does not conform to the expected format.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Postal Code Format: The postal code provided does not meet the required format, which may include specific alphanumeric characters in designated positions.
  Data Entry Errors: There may have been typographical errors during data entry, leading to an invalid postal code.
  Country-Specific Format: The postal code format may vary by country, and the system may be expecting a format that includes letters in certain positions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Postal Code Format: Check the postal code against the expected format for the relevant country. Ensure that it contains the required letters in the specified positions.
  Correct Data: If the postal code is incorrect, update it with the correct format. This may involve adding letters or correcting any numerical errors.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation rules in your data entry process to prevent incorrect postal codes from being entered in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for the specific data migration or conversion process you are using to understand the expected postal code format.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Country-Specific Postal Code Formats: Different countries have different postal code formats. Make sure to refer to the postal code format for the specific country you are working with.
  SAP Data Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit, check the configuration settings to ensure that the postal code field is set up correctly.
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or detailed messages provided by SAP to get more context on the specific records that are causing the error.
  
  By addressing the format of the postal code and ensuring it meets the required criteria, you should be able to resolve the CNV_DMC_SIN_AM696 error.