How To Fix CRM_ESOA_ATTCHFLDR_1001 - Document ignored because &1 is longer than 32 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ESOA_ATTCHFLDR_1 - Message for Mapping Attachments (extension 1)

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Document ignored because &1 is longer than 32 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ESOA_ATTCHFLDR_1001 - Document ignored because &1 is longer than 32 characters ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ESOA_ATTCHFLDR_1001 indicates that a document has been ignored because the name of the document exceeds the maximum allowed length of 32 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when dealing with attachments or documents associated with business objects.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the name of the document or attachment you are trying to upload or associate with a business object exceeds the character limit set by the system. In this case, the limit is 32 characters, and any name longer than this will trigger the error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Rename the Document: Shorten the name of the document or attachment to ensure it is 32 characters or fewer. This can be done before uploading the document to the SAP system.
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that any naming conventions or standards in your organization are adhered to, which may help prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have control over the system configuration, you may want to check if there are any settings that can be adjusted regarding the maximum length of document names. However, this is generally not recommended as it may affect other functionalities.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application or process to catch this error and provide a user-friendly message prompting users to rename their documents appropriately.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP provides specific guidance or fixes for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for CRM and attachment handling to understand the limitations and best practices for managing documents.
  User Training: Provide training for users on how to properly name documents and the importance of adhering to character limits to avoid this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring again in the future.