How To Fix O5206 - Incorrect mask used, enter a series of '*' to completely fill the field.

O5206 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O5 - IS-Oil: MCOE message pool

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Incorrect mask used, enter a series of '*' to completely fill the field.

What causes this issue?

You are using the masking function within plant determination
incorrectly.

System Response

The system displays an error message.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that only trailing characters are masked using '*'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O5206 - Incorrect mask used, enter a series of '*' to completely fill the field. ?

  The SAP error message O5206 ("Incorrect mask used, enter a series of '*' to completely fill the field") typically occurs when you are trying to enter a value in a field that requires a specific format or mask, and the input does not meet the expected criteria. This error is often related to fields that require a certain number of characters or a specific pattern.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The input value does not match the expected length of the field. For example, if a field is defined to accept 10 characters, and you enter fewer than 10 characters without using the required mask, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Masking: The system expects a certain format (like a series of asterisks * to fill the field), and the input does not conform to this format.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect value or format.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Requirements: Review the field