How To Fix EEWMGBC229 - Key fields may only be 70 characters long

EEWMGBC229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWMGBC - GBC: GIS Business Connector

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Key fields may only be 70 characters long

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWMGBC229 - Key fields may only be 70 characters long ?

  The SAP error message EEWMGBC229 indicates that there is an issue with the length of key fields in a certain context, typically related to the Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module. This error occurs when the key fields being used exceed the maximum allowed length of 70 characters.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Key Field Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that one or more key fields in your data or configuration exceed the 70-character limit. This can happen when you are trying to create or modify records that include long identifiers or concatenated strings that surpass this limit.
  
  
  Data Input Error: It may also arise from incorrect data input, where a user inadvertently enters a key field that is too long.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, they might not adhere to the standard length restrictions, leading to this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Field Lengths: Review the key fields being