How To Fix IDOC_ADAPTER658 - Client can only contain the numbers 0..9

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDOC_ADAPTER - Messages for the IDoc Adapter

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Client can only contain the numbers 0..9

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER658 - Client can only contain the numbers 0..9 ?

  The SAP error message IDOC_ADAPTER658, which states "Client can only contain the numbers 0..9," typically occurs when there is an issue with the client number being used in an IDoc (Intermediate Document) processing scenario. This error indicates that the client number provided is not valid, as it must consist solely of numeric digits (0-9) and should conform to the expected format.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Client Number: The client number provided in the IDoc is either non-numeric or contains invalid characters (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Incorrect Mapping: If the IDoc is being generated or processed through a middleware or integration tool, there may be an issue with how the client number is being mapped or transformed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system or the middleware that are causing the client number to be incorrectly set.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the IDoc Data: Review the IDoc data to ensure that the client number field contains only