How To Fix FI871 - Length of criteria belonging to criteria category &1 must be &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Length of criteria belonging to criteria category &1 must be &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI871 - Length of criteria belonging to criteria category &1 must be &2 ?

  The SAP error message FI871 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the criteria defined for a specific criteria category in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. This error typically arises when the length of the criteria you are trying to enter exceeds the allowed limit defined for that particular criteria category.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to enter a value for a criteria category that exceeds the maximum length allowed for that category.
  The configuration settings for the criteria category have defined a specific length, and your input does not comply with that length requirement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FI871 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Criteria Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the criteria category in question. This can usually be found in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under Financial Accounting.
  Verify the maximum length defined for the criteria category.
  
  
  
  Adjust Your Input:
  
  Ensure that the value you are trying to enter adheres to the length restrictions. If your input exceeds the maximum length, you will need to shorten it to fit within the allowed limit.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Check the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific criteria category to understand the expected format and length of the input.
  
  
  
  Consult with a Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or how to adjust your input, consult with an SAP FI functional consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific implementation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the input again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or FB50 (for posting) depending on where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the criteria or configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FI871 error and implement a solution to resolve it.