How To Fix MG019 - The numeric material number & was transferred without leading zeros

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MG - Batch input: material master

• Message number: 019

• Message text: The numeric material number & was transferred without leading zeros

What causes this issue?

Your system is configured in Customizing such that all numeric material
numbers are saved with leading zeros. However, the material number
transferred does not have this format.

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?

You have the following options:
Transfer the material number with leading zeros.
Ask your system administrator to allow the lexicographical storage of
material numbers. This setting is made in Customizing for the
<LS>Material Master</> in the activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMSOMSL>Define output format of material
numbers</>. However, be sure to read the
<DS:DE.LEXFLAG>documentation</> on the lexicographical storage of
material numbers first.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MG019 - The numeric material number & was transferred without leading zeros ?

  The SAP error message MG019 indicates that a numeric material number was transferred without leading zeros. This typically occurs when the material number is expected to be in a specific format (usually alphanumeric) but is being treated as a numeric value, which can lead to the loss of leading zeros.
  Cause:
  
  Data Format Issue: The material number is defined as a character string in SAP, but it is being passed as a numeric value from an external system or during data import.
  Incorrect Mapping: If you are using an interface or data upload tool, the mapping of the material number field may not be set correctly, causing it to strip leading zeros.
  Data Entry Error: Manual entry of material numbers in a numeric format can lead to the omission of leading zeros.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Source: Ensure that the source system or file from which the material number is being imported is correctly formatted. The material number should be treated as a string to preserve leading zeros.
  Adjust Mapping: If using an interface or data upload tool, check the mapping configuration to ensure that the material number field is mapped as a character type rather than numeric.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to ensure that material numbers are entered in the correct format, including leading zeros.
  Use Leading Zeros: If you are manually entering material numbers, always include leading zeros as required by the SAP system.
  Modify Data Upload Scripts: If you are using scripts or programs to upload data, modify them to ensure that material numbers are treated as strings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Number Format: In SAP, material numbers can have a specific length (e.g., 18 characters) and may require leading zeros to meet this length.
  SAP Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP for material number formats, which can be found in the material master settings.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data import processes to catch and log such errors for easier troubleshooting in the future.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By addressing the formatting and mapping issues, you should be able to resolve the MG019 error and ensure that material numbers are correctly processed in SAP.