How To Fix LE_SHP_BF_EAN128043 - ILN basic number must be 8 characters long

LE_SHP_BF_EAN128043 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LE_SHP_BF_EAN128 - Messages for development class LE_SHP_BF_EAN128

• Message number: 043

• Message text: ILN basic number must be 8 characters long

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LE_SHP_BF_EAN128043 - Details

• The SAP error message LE_SHP_BF_EAN128043 indicates that there is an issue with the ILN (International Location Number) or EAN (European Article Number) that is being processed in the system. Specifically, the error states that the ILN basic number must be 8 characters long. This typically occurs in the context of logistics and shipping processes where EAN-128 barcodes are used.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect ILN Format: The ILN or EAN number being used is not in the correct format. For EAN-128, the basic number should be exactly 8 characters long.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a manual entry error where the ILN was entered incorrectly, either being too short or too long.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to handle the ILN or EAN numbers as expected.
  Missing Data: The ILN might not be defined in the master data for the relevant business partner or material.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check ILN/EAN Length: Verify that the ILN or