How To Fix EI457 - Specify the number of digits of the commodity code

EI457 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EI - Foreign Trade: Gen. Output

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Specify the number of digits of the commodity code

What causes this issue?

You have tried to select by commodity codes which consist of 0 digits.
This is not possible.

System Response

The system only selects commodity codes which have the exact length
that you entered (number of digits).
The input value '0' is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Enter a commodity code with a length that is not '0'.
The entry '8', for example, would only select commodity codes that
consist of exactly '8' digits.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EI457 - Specify the number of digits of the commodity code ?

  The SAP error message EI457, which states "Specify the number of digits of the commodity code," typically occurs in the context of foreign trade and customs processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a specific format for the commodity code, which is often used for customs declarations and trade compliance.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Commodity Code: The commodity code may not be specified, or it may not conform to the expected number of digits.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the required length of the commodity code for the specific country or region.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered the commodity code incorrectly, either by providing too few or too many digits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Commodity Code: Ensure that the commodity code is entered correctly and matches the required format. Verify that it has the correct number of digits as per the regulations of the relevant