How To Fix RDM_OPT_INBOUND115 - Inbound delivery item ID &1 has more than 6 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RDM_OPT_INBOUND - Import Framework Message Class

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Inbound delivery item ID &1 has more than 6 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND115 - Inbound delivery item ID &1 has more than 6 characters ?

  The SAP error message RDM_OPT_INBOUND115 indicates that there is an issue with the inbound delivery item ID, specifically that it exceeds the maximum allowed length of 6 characters. This error typically occurs during the processing of inbound deliveries in the SAP system, particularly when integrating with external systems or when data is being imported.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the inbound delivery item ID being processed has more than 6 characters. In SAP, certain fields have predefined lengths, and exceeding these lengths can lead to validation errors. This can happen due to:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of the inbound delivery item ID that exceeds the character limit.
  Integration Issues: Data being sent from an external system (like EDI or other interfaces) that does not conform to SAP's field length requirements.
  Configuration Issues: Customizations or configurations that allow for longer IDs but are not supported by the standard SAP processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Inbound Delivery Item ID: Verify the inbound delivery item ID being processed. Ensure that it is 6 characters or fewer. If it is longer, you will need to modify it to fit within the allowed length.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process or in the integration layer to ensure that any inbound delivery item IDs conform to the 6-character limit before they are sent to SAP.
  
  
  Review Integration Settings: If the data is coming from an external system, review the integration settings or mappings to ensure that the item IDs are being truncated or formatted correctly before reaching SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP configuration documentation to understand the specific requirements for inbound delivery item IDs.
  
  
  Custom Development: If necessary, consider custom development to handle longer IDs if your business process requires it, but be cautious as this may lead to further complications.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling inbound delivery item IDs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VL31N (Create Inbound Delivery) or VL32N (Change Inbound Delivery) to test and validate your changes.
  Field Lengths: Review the data dictionary (SE11) for the relevant table or structure to confirm the field lengths and constraints.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.