How To Fix COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG014 - Attribute alternative ID &2 too long; shorten your entry to &1 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG - Product: Customer-Specific Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Attribute alternative ID &2 too long; shorten your entry to &1 characters

What causes this issue?

The entry you made is too long. An alias ID can have a maximum length of
30 characters.
Attribute aliases correspond to characteristic IDs in the SAP system.
Characteristic IDs have a maximum of 30 characters in the SAP system,
whereas attribute aliases can have a maximum of 40 characters in the CRM
system. If you intend to transfer this data from the CRM system to an
SAP system and want to avoid extensive mapping, attribute aliases should
not contain more than 30 characters.

How to fix this error?

Shorten your entry so that it does not exceed 30 characters.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG014 - Attribute alternative ID &2 too long; shorten your entry to &1 characters ?

  The SAP error message COM_PRODUCT_CUSTMSG014 indicates that the value entered for the "Attribute alternative ID" exceeds the maximum allowed length. The message specifies that the entry should be shortened to a certain number of characters (indicated by &1).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user tries to input an alternative ID for a product attribute that exceeds the defined character limit in the SAP system. This limit is set in the configuration of the product master data or the specific attribute settings.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Identify the Attribute: Determine which attribute is causing the error by checking the details provided in the error message (the attribute alternative ID indicated by &2).
  
  
  Shorten the Entry: Modify the entry for the attribute alternative ID to ensure it does not exceed the maximum character limit specified (indicated by &1). 
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you frequently encounter this issue, consider reviewing the configuration settings for the product attributes in the SAP system to see if the character limit can be adjusted, if appropriate.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the entry to ensure it meets the requirements and does not trigger the error again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific documentation related to product master data management for more details on attribute settings and limitations.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material) or MM02 (Change Material) to access and modify product attributes.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of attribute handling.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.