How To Fix CZ229 - You should not enter any leading blanks

CZ229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 229

• Message text: You should not enter any leading blanks

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ229 - You should not enter any leading blanks ?

  The SAP error message CZ229, which states "You should not enter any leading blanks," typically occurs when a user attempts to input data into a field that does not allow leading spaces. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering text in a field, a material number, or other identifiers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Leading Spaces: The primary cause of this error is the presence of leading spaces in the input field. SAP does not accept leading blanks in certain fields as they can lead to inconsistencies in data processing and storage.
  Data Entry Method: Sometimes, copying and pasting data from other sources (like Excel or Word) can inadvertently include leading spaces.
  Field Configuration: Certain fields in SAP are configured to reject inputs that do not conform to specific formatting rules, including the prohibition of leading spaces.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Remove Leading Spaces: Ensure that there are no leading spaces in the input. You can do this by:
  
  Manually checking