How To Fix /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE042 - Name of source of supply is too long. Deletion cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Name of source of supply is too long. Deletion cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE042 - Name of source of supply is too long. Deletion cancelled ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE042 indicates that the name of the source of supply exceeds the maximum allowed length in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to delete or modify a source of supply, and the name provided does not conform to the length restrictions set by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limit: The name of the source of supply is longer than the defined character limit in the system. This limit is usually set in the configuration of the relevant master data.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry, leading to an excessively long name being assigned to the source of supply.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Character Limits: Verify the maximum allowed length for the source of supply name in your SAP APO configuration. This can usually be found in the relevant customizing settings.
  Modify Source of Supply Name: If the name exceeds the limit, you will need to shorten it. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP1 for supply network planning).
  Finding the source of supply in question.
  Editing the name to ensure it is within the allowed character limit.
  
  
  Delete or Adjust Related Data: If the source of supply is linked to other data (like planning books or data views), ensure that those references are also updated or deleted as necessary.
  Test Changes: After making the changes, attempt to delete or modify the source of supply again to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing sources of supply in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP1 for supply network planning or /SAPAPO/SDP2 for supply planning.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and character limits for master data objects.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.