How To Fix FKK_EBS114 - Entry &1 is too long for a contract reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_EBS - Interface between FI-CA and External Billing System

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Entry &1 is too long for a contract reference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_EBS114 - Entry &1 is too long for a contract reference ?

  The SAP error message FKK_EBS114 indicates that the entry for a contract reference is too long. This typically occurs in the context of Electronic Bank Statement (EBS) processing, where the system expects a specific length for the contract reference field, and the provided entry exceeds that limit.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  The contract reference field in the bank statement or the corresponding configuration in SAP has a defined maximum length (e.g., 20 characters).
  The data being imported or processed exceeds this maximum length, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Length of the Contract Reference:
  
  Review the contract reference being processed in the bank statement. Ensure that it does not exceed the maximum length defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Data:
  
  If the contract reference is being generated or imported from an external system, modify the data source to ensure that the contract reference adheres to the length restrictions.
  If necessary, truncate or modify the contract reference to fit within the allowed character limit.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings in SAP related to the Electronic Bank Statement processing. Ensure that the field lengths are correctly defined and match the expected input from the bank statements.
  
  
  
  Custom Logic:
  
  If you have custom logic or enhancements in place that manipulate the contract reference, review that code to ensure it does not generate overly long references.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the EBS processing again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  You may use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for EBS configuration) or FBZP (for payment program configuration) to review and adjust settings related to bank statement processing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation on Electronic Bank Statement processing for detailed information on field lengths and configurations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FKK_EBS114 error and ensure that your contract references are processed correctly within the SAP system.