How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN_AM733 - A '-' must be 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: 733

• Message text: A '-' must be in the &2 place of the postal code &1

INCLUDE AM733 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_AM733 - A '-' must be in the &2 place of the postal code &1 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM733 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a postal code in your data. Specifically, the error states that a '-' (hyphen) must be in the specified position of the postal code.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when the postal code does not conform to the expected format. In many cases, postal codes in certain countries (like Singapore) have a specific structure that includes a hyphen at a designated position. For example, a Singapore postal code is usually in the format "XXXXX-XXX", where the hyphen separates the first five digits from the last three.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Postal Code Format: Verify that the postal codes in your data are formatted correctly. Ensure that the hyphen is placed in the correct position as required by the postal code format.
  
  
  Correct the Data: If you find any postal codes that do not meet the required format, correct them. This may involve adding or moving the hyphen to the appropriate position.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your data processing workflow to catch such formatting issues before they lead to errors during processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct format for postal codes in your specific context, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or the postal service guidelines for the country in question.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates.
  Data Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP Data Migration Cockpit, ensure that your data mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up to handle postal codes.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the data import or migration process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CNV_DMC_SIN_AM733 error and ensure that your postal codes are correctly formatted for processing in SAP.