How To Fix CNV_DMC_SIN_AM747 - 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: 747

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

INCLUDE AM747 OBJECT DOKU ID NA LANGUAGE EN

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM747 - The company postal code &1 must have a length of &2 or &3 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_DMC_SIN_AM747 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). The placeholder &1 represents the actual postal code that is causing the issue.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises during data migration or data entry processes when the postal code does not conform to the expected length defined in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The postal code may have been entered incorrectly, either being too short or too long.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, the postal code format may not match the requirements of the SAP system.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that define the acceptable lengths for postal codes, which may not align with the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check the Postal Code: Verify the postal code that is causing the error. Ensure that it is entered correctly and conforms to the expected length.
  Adjust Data: If the postal code is incorrect, update it to match one of the acceptable lengths specified in the error message.
  Review Configuration: If you are migrating data, review the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that the postal code length requirements are correctly defined. You may need to adjust the data in the source system or transform it during migration to meet these requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's data governance policies to understand the expected formats for postal codes in your specific implementation.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the data entry or migration process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using SAP Data Migration Cockpit or other tools, ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set up to handle postal codes.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the correct formats and requirements for postal codes to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.