How To Fix CRM_R3_PO010 - Item number &1 has more than 5 digits (not possible in R/3)

CRM_R3_PO010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_R3_PO - Messages for Distribution of Purchase Contracts to R/3

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Item number &1 has more than 5 digits (not possible in R/3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_R3_PO010 - Item number &1 has more than 5 digits (not possible in R/3) ?

  The SAP error message CRM_R3_PO010 indicates that an item number in a Purchase Order (PO) has more than 5 digits, which is not supported in the R/3 system. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to transfer or synchronize data between SAP CRM and SAP R/3, where the item number format is restricted in R/3.
  
  Cause:
  
  In SAP R/3, item numbers for purchase orders are limited to a maximum of 5 digits. If the item number being processed exceeds this limit (for example, if it is 6 digits or more), the system will throw the error CRM_R3_PO010.
  This situation often occurs during data transfer or integration processes, such as when creating or updating purchase orders from SAP CRM to SAP R/3.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Item Number Configuration: Review the configuration settings in both SAP CRM and SAP R/3 to ensure that item numbers are being generated or mapped correctly. You may need to adjust