How To Fix OIU_MASS_UPLOAD129 - Only 'U' 'W' or 'E' valid for Longitude Direction Code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIU_MASS_UPLOAD - Message class for Mass Upload

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Only 'U' 'W' or 'E' valid for Longitude Direction Code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OIU_MASS_UPLOAD129 - Only 'U' 'W' or 'E' valid for Longitude Direction Code ?

  The SAP error message OIU_MASS_UPLOAD129 indicates that there is an issue with the Longitude Direction Code in a mass upload process, specifically that only the values 'U' (for East), 'W' (for West), or 'E' (for East) are valid. This error typically arises when the data being uploaded contains an invalid value for the Longitude Direction Code.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following:
  
  Invalid Value: The Longitude Direction Code in the data being uploaded contains a value other than 'U', 'W', or 'E'.
  Data Formatting Issues: The data may not be formatted correctly, leading to misinterpretation of the Longitude Direction Code.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error in the data entry process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data: Review the data file you are trying to upload. Look specifically at the Longitude Direction Code column and ensure that all entries are either 'U', 'W', or 'E'.
  
  
  Correct Invalid Entries: If you find any invalid entries, correct them to one of the valid values ('U', 'W', or 'E').
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before uploading to ensure that only valid values are included in the Longitude Direction Code field.
  
  
  Re-upload the Data: After making the necessary corrections, attempt to re-upload the data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the valid values or the format required, consult the relevant SAP documentation or guidelines for mass uploads in your specific module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to mass uploads in your specific module (e.g., Oil and Gas, if applicable) that might provide additional context or updates regarding this error.
  Data Upload Tools: Familiarize yourself with the tools and methods used for mass data uploads in SAP, such as LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces).
  Testing: Before performing mass uploads, consider testing with a small subset of data to ensure that the upload process works correctly without errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete your mass upload in SAP.