How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN_AM729 - The company 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: 729

• Message text: The company postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3

INCLUDE AM729 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_AM729 - The company postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM729 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the postal code for a company in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the postal code must have a length of either a specified value (&2) or an alternative value (&3). This typically occurs during data migration or data upload processes, particularly when using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit or similar tools.
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Postal Code Length: The postal code entered for the company does not match the expected length defined in the system. This could be due to:
  
  Data entry errors.
  Incorrect data format in the source file.
  Misconfiguration in the system settings regarding postal code lengths.
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Requirements: Different countries have different postal code formats. The error may arise if the postal code does not conform to the expected format for the specific country.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Postal Code: Verify the postal code entered for the company. Ensure that it matches the expected length as indicated in the error message. 
  
  
  Update Data Source: If you are migrating data from another system or uploading data from a file, ensure that the postal codes in the source data conform to the required lengths. You may need to adjust the data in the source file before re-uploading.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in SAP for postal code lengths. This can usually be found in the customizing settings for the specific country or region. Ensure that the settings align with the postal code formats you are using.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your data migration process to catch such errors before attempting to upload the data into SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on postal code formats for the country in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling postal codes.
  Data Migration Cockpit: Familiarize yourself with the SAP Data Migration Cockpit and its requirements for data formats, including postal codes.
  Country-Specific Formats: Research the postal code formats for the specific countries you are working with, as this can vary significantly.
  
  By addressing the length of the postal code and ensuring it meets the required specifications, you should be able to resolve the error CNV_DMC_SIN_AM729.