How To Fix HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING021 - Length of the cost center &1 too long for direct mapping to field KOSTL.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING - Message Class for Key Mapping Logic

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Length of the cost center &1 too long for direct mapping to field KOSTL.

What causes this issue?

Since no cost center key mapping is maintained for cost center &V1&, the
system tries to retrieve the replicated value &V1&.

System Response

The cost center &V1& cannot be mapped. How you map the cost center key
depends on the scenario you are using. Please check which scenario
applies to you in the <ZK>Mapping Cost Center Keys</> documentation
available in the path below.

How to fix this error?

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

&SEE_ALSO&
For more information, see the SAP Library for SAP SuccessFactors
Employee Central Payroll on SAP Help Portal at http://help.sap.co
m/viewer/p/SAP_SUCCESSFACTORS_EMPLOYEE_CENTRAL_PAYROLL. Choose the
<ZK>Employee Central Payroll guide -> Master Data Replication
Information -> Job Information (Infotypes 0000, 0001, 0007, 0008, 0016)
-> Mapping Cost Center Keys. </>

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING021 - Length of the cost center &1 too long for direct mapping to field KOSTL. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING021 indicates that the length of the cost center (KOSTL) you are trying to map is too long for the field in the system. This typically occurs during data migration or integration processes where the cost center data is being transferred or mapped to the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The cost center field (KOSTL) in SAP has a defined maximum length (usually 10 characters in standard SAP). If the cost center you are trying to map exceeds this length, the error will occur.
  Data Format Issues: The data being imported or processed may not conform to the expected format, leading to length issues.
  Incorrect Mapping Configuration: The mapping configuration in the integration or migration tool may not be set up correctly, leading to incorrect data being sent to the KOSTL field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Center Length: Verify the length of the cost center values you are trying to map. Ensure that they do not exceed the maximum length allowed by the KOSTL field (typically 10 characters).
  Data Truncation: If the cost center values are longer than allowed, consider truncating them to fit within the limit. However, ensure that this does not lead to loss of important information.
  Mapping Configuration: Review the mapping configuration in your integration or migration tool. Ensure that the source data is correctly mapped to the KOSTL field and that any transformations applied do not result in exceeding the length limit.
  Data Cleansing: If the data source contains invalid or excessively long cost center values, consider cleansing the data before attempting the mapping again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's data governance policies for specific guidelines on cost center naming conventions and length restrictions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Lengths in SAP: Familiarize yourself with the data dictionary in SAP to understand the field lengths and constraints for various fields, including KOSTL.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like SAP Data Services or LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench), check their documentation for best practices on handling field length issues.
  Error Logs: Review any error logs or detailed messages provided by the system to gain more insights into the specific records causing the issue.
  
  By addressing the length of the cost center values and ensuring proper mapping, you should be able to resolve the error message HRSFEC_KEY_MAPPING021.