How To Fix D9716 - UN number(&3) &1 has more than 4 characters

D9716 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 716

• Message text: UN number(&3) &1 has more than 4 characters

What causes this issue?

You attempted to create an identification number with &V2& characters.
However, identification numbers normally consist of 4 characters.

System Response

The system rejects your entry.

How to fix this error?

Change your entry to a four-character UN number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9716 - UN number(&3) &1 has more than 4 characters ?

  The SAP error message D9716 indicates that the UN number (United Nations number) you are trying to enter has more than four characters. UN numbers are four-digit codes used to identify hazardous materials and are part of the international system for the transport of dangerous goods.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The UN number entered exceeds the maximum allowed length of four characters.
  There may be a data entry error where additional characters were mistakenly included.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the UN Number: Verify that the UN number you are entering is correct and conforms to the standard four-character format. For example, valid UN numbers include "1203" for gasoline or "1005" for gasoline.
  Correct the Entry: If the UN number is longer than four characters, truncate it to the first four characters or enter the correct four-digit UN number.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct UN number, refer to the relevant documentation