How To Fix EDEREG_INV155 - Name of extract ID is too long (max. 16 char. for splitting by co.code)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG_INV - Error Messages for Payment Management in a Deregulated Env.

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Name of extract ID is too long (max. 16 char. for splitting by co.code)

What causes this issue?

The option "Split according to company code" was selected and an extract
ID with more than 16 characters was entered.
In the case of the selected option, the system generates a separate
extract for each company code and attaches the four-character key of the
company code to the extract ID. For this reason, 4 places in the extract
ID entered must remain empty: The extract ID may have a maximum of 16
characters.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG_INV155 - Name of extract ID is too long (max. 16 char. for splitting by co.code) ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG_INV155 indicates that the name of the extract ID you are trying to use exceeds the maximum allowed length of 16 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of data extraction processes, particularly when dealing with splitting data by company code.
  Cause:
  
  The extract ID you are using has more than 16 characters, which is not permitted by the system for certain operations, especially when splitting data by company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the Extract ID: Modify the extract ID to ensure it is 16 characters or fewer. You can do this by:
  
  Renaming the extract ID to a shorter version.
  Using abbreviations or codes that convey the same meaning but fit within the character limit.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you are using a custom extract ID, review the configuration settings to ensure that they comply with the character limit.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with to understand any additional constraints or best practices regarding extract IDs.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the extraction process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide additional context or solutions for specific error messages.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing extract IDs, such as:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SE37: Function Module
  SE80: Object Navigator
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EDEREG_INV155 error and successfully proceed with your data extraction tasks in SAP.