How To Fix RSM_TEAM102 - Remove leading spaces from Global ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSM_TEAM - Messages for Team in Responsibility Management

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Remove leading spaces from Global ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSM_TEAM102 - Remove leading spaces from Global ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSM_TEAM102 indicates that there are leading spaces in the Global ID field of a record, which is not allowed. This error typically occurs in the context of data processing or data migration, particularly when working with master data or transactional data in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The leading spaces in the Global ID can occur due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Data entry errors where users inadvertently add spaces.
  Data import processes where the source data contains leading spaces.
  Data transformation processes that do not properly trim whitespace.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to remove the leading spaces from the Global ID. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify the Record: Determine which record is causing the error by checking the log or the specific transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  Edit the Record:
  
  If you are using a transaction code to maintain the record, navigate to that transaction.
  Locate the Global ID field and manually remove any leading spaces.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Data Import/Upload:
  
  If the error occurs during a data upload, ensure that the source data is cleaned up before the import. You can use tools like Excel to trim spaces or write a script to preprocess the data.
  Use functions like TRIM() in Excel or similar functions in other programming languages to remove leading and trailing spaces.
  
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, re-run the process that caused the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  Automate Data Cleaning: If this is a recurring issue, consider implementing data validation rules or automated scripts to clean the data before it is processed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for data browsing) to view or edit the records.
  Data Migration Tools: If you are using tools like LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench) or BAPIs for data migration, ensure that the mapping and transformation rules are correctly set to handle whitespace.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as SAP may provide additional guidance or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSM_TEAM102 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.