How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_SI011 - Maximum length of industry standard text must not exceed 18 characters

MDG_BS_MAT_SI011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_SI - Message Class : Material Replication Services Implementation

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Maximum length of industry standard text must not exceed 18 characters

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MDG_BS_MAT_SI011 - Details

• The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_SI011 indicates that the industry standard text you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum allowed length of 18 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of Material Master data management within SAP Master Data Governance (MDG).
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the input for the industry standard text field exceeds the defined limit of 18 characters. This restriction is often in place to ensure compatibility with various industry standards and to maintain data integrity within the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Input: Review the text you are trying to enter in the industry standard text field. Ensure that it does not exceed 18 characters.
  
  
  Shorten the Text: If the text is longer than 18 characters, you will need to shorten it. Consider using abbreviations or summarizing the information to fit within the character limit.
  
  
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry process to prevent