How To Fix EDOCUMENT_KR033 - Approval number must be 24 characters long.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDOCUMENT_KR - Message class for South Korea eDocument

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Approval number must be 24 characters long.

What causes this issue?

The approval number doesn't meet the 24-character length requirement.
It's a combination of multiple character strings, including the
3-character business code assigned by SmartBill. This error might be
caused by the following reasons:

The business code configured in your implementation of the BAdI
<LS>South Korea: Complete eDocument Data</> doesn't meet the 3-character
length requirement.

The business code configured in SAP Application Interface Framework
doesn't meet the 3-character length requirement.
Your VAT registration number configured in SAP Application Interface
Framework is incorrect. Therefore, the system can't fetch the business
code.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDOCUMENT_KR033 - Approval number must be 24 characters long. ?

  The SAP error message EDOCUMENT_KR033 indicates that the approval number you are trying to enter must be exactly 24 characters long. This error typically occurs in the context of electronic document management or e-invoicing processes, particularly in regions where specific regulations require a standardized format for approval numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Length: The approval number you are entering is either shorter or longer than the required 24 characters.
  Format Issues: The approval number may contain invalid characters or formatting that does not meet the system's requirements.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Length: Ensure that the approval number you are entering is exactly 24 characters long. You can use a character counter tool or simply count manually.
  Validate Format: Make sure that the approval number adheres to any specific format requirements (e.g., alphanumeric, no special characters, etc.) as dictated by your organization's policies or local regulations.
  Correct Data Entry: If you find any errors in the approval number, correct them and try entering the number again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for the correct format and requirements for approval numbers.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry are trained on the specific requirements for approval numbers to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  System Configuration: If this error persists across multiple users or transactions, it may be worth reviewing the system configuration settings related to electronic document processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required approval number.