How To Fix FSCY034 - Rule &1: Substring &2 is too short; enter &3 character

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSCY - Generation of Cover Pools - Flexible Master Data Structure

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Rule &1: Substring &2 is too short; enter &3 character

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.FM_STR_ID> Subdivision ID</> you are using is defined in the
Customizing for the master data subdivision as having the substring
&V2& &V3& characters long.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter a substring that is &V3& characters long.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSCY034 - Rule &1: Substring &2 is too short; enter &3 character ?

  The SAP error message FSCY034 typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when a certain rule is being validated, and it indicates that a substring (part of a string) is shorter than expected. This error is often related to the configuration of financial rules or the data being processed.
  Cause:
  The error message FSCY034 is triggered when:
  
  A specific rule (indicated by &1) is expecting a substring of a certain length (indicated by &3), but the provided substring (indicated by &2) does not meet this length requirement.
  This can happen due to incorrect data entry, misconfiguration of the rules, or issues with the data being processed (e.g., missing or incomplete data).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FSCY034 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Input Data: Review the data you are trying to process. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the substring in question meets the length requirements.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings for the financial rules, check the settings for the rule indicated by &1. Ensure that the substring length requirements are correctly defined.
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry: If the error is due to user input, provide guidance to users on the correct format and length of the data they need to enter.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the rule and its requirements. This can provide insights into what the expected input should be.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the substring is being generated and why it is shorter than expected.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to financial accounting or controlling (e.g., FB01 for document posting).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Forums: SAP Community forums can be a valuable resource for finding similar issues faced by other users and potential solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FSCY034 error and implement a solution to resolve it.