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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 or databases that list UN numbers for hazardous materials.
  System Configuration: If you believe the UN number should be valid but is still causing an error, check with your SAP administrator to ensure that the system is configured correctly to accept the UN numbers you are trying to use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  UN Number Format: UN numbers are always four digits and may be preceded by "UN" (e.g., UN1203).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP help documentation or transaction codes related to hazardous materials management for more details on how to handle UN numbers.
  Training: If you frequently encounter issues with hazardous materials data entry, consider training sessions on SAP's hazardous materials management module.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.