How To Fix FKK_ID_XX_ODN044 - Format of the official doc. number should not start with charcter "*"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKK_ID_XX_ODN - ODN message

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Format of the official doc. number should not start with charcter "*"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN044 - Format of the official doc. number should not start with charcter "*" ?

  The SAP error message FKK_ID_XX_ODN044 indicates that there is an issue with the format of the official document number in the context of the SAP Convergent Charging or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. Specifically, the error states that the official document number should not start with the character "*".
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to enter or process an official document number that begins with the asterisk (*) character. In SAP, certain characters may be reserved or have specific meanings, and starting a document number with an asterisk is not allowed in this context.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Document Number: Review the official document number you are trying to enter. Ensure that it does not start with the asterisk (*) character.
  
  
  Modify the Document Number: If the document number currently starts with an asterisk, modify it to start with a valid character (e.g., a letter or a number) that complies with the system's requirements.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Ensure that any automated processes or integrations that generate document numbers do not produce numbers starting with an asterisk. Update the logic if necessary.
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, test the entry again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Documentation: If this is a recurring issue, consider documenting the acceptable formats for official document numbers and communicate this to relevant users to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide additional context or solutions for specific error messages.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to document number formats to ensure they align with your organization's requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that official document numbers are formatted correctly in your SAP system.