How To Fix FIN_EDI090 - DisountInformationId does not have the correct length of 21: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_EDI - Messages for the EDI interface in FIN

• Message number: 090

• Message text: DisountInformationId does not have the correct length of 21: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_EDI090 - DisountInformationId does not have the correct length of 21: &1 ?

  The SAP error message FIN_EDI090 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the DiscountInformationId field in your EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) processing. Specifically, the error states that the DiscountInformationId does not have the required length of 21 characters.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Input Error: The DiscountInformationId being processed is either too short or too long, which violates the expected length requirement.
  Mapping Issues: If you are using an EDI mapping tool, there may be a misconfiguration in how the DiscountInformationId is being mapped from the source data to the target format.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in SAP for handling EDI messages may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in expected data formats.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Source Data: Verify the source data that is being sent to SAP. Ensure that the DiscountInformationId is exactly 21 characters long. If it is not, you will need to correct the source data.
  
  
  Review Mapping Configuration: If you are using an EDI mapping tool, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the DiscountInformationId is being correctly mapped and formatted to meet the length requirement.
  
  
  Adjust SAP Configuration: If necessary, review the configuration settings in SAP related to EDI processing. Ensure that the expected lengths for fields are correctly defined.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging for the EDI processing to capture more detailed information about the data being processed. This can help identify where the length discrepancy is occurring.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or EDI guidelines for the specific message type you are working with to ensure compliance with the expected formats.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform tests with sample data to ensure that the DiscountInformationId is processed correctly without triggering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to EDI processing and the specific error message.
  EDI Standards: Familiarize yourself with the EDI standards being used (e.g., EDIFACT, ANSI X12) to ensure compliance with the expected data formats.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the FIN_EDI090 error in your SAP system.