How To Fix FSBP_FND_INBOUND073 - Value &1 in element &2 (node &3) must be exactly &4 characters long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_FND_INBOUND -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Value &1 in element &2 (node &3) must be exactly &4 characters long

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_FND_INBOUND073 - Value &1 in element &2 (node &3) must be exactly &4 characters long ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_FND_INBOUND073 indicates that there is a validation issue with the length of a specific field in an inbound processing scenario. The message specifies that the value in a particular element (node) must be exactly a certain number of characters long, but the provided value does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Format Issue: The data being sent to SAP does not conform to the expected format or length. For example, if a field is defined to accept exactly 10 characters, but the incoming data is shorter or longer, this error will occur.
  Mapping Error: If you are using middleware or an interface to send data to SAP, there may be a mapping issue where the source data does not match the expected structure in SAP.
  Configuration Error: The configuration in SAP for the specific data element may have been set incorrectly, leading to mismatches in expected lengths.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data: Review the data being sent to SAP. Ensure that the value for the specified element (node) is exactly the required number of characters. You may need to pad the value with leading or trailing spaces or truncate it to meet the length requirement.
  
  
  Review Mapping: If you are using middleware (like SAP PI/PO, SAP CPI, etc.), check the mapping configuration to ensure that the data is being transformed correctly before it reaches SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or data model to understand the expected length and format for the specific field. This will help you ensure that the data being sent conforms to the requirements.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the length requirement seems incorrect based on business needs, consult with your SAP configuration team to see if the field length can be adjusted in the SAP system.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the inbound process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02 or WE05 to monitor IDocs and see the details of the inbound messages that are causing the error.
  Debugging: If you have access, consider debugging the inbound processing to identify where the data is being validated and what the expected values are.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.