How To Fix /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD101 - Tariff Number &1 must not begin with a blank space

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Tariff Number &1 must not begin with a blank space

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD101 - Tariff Number &1 must not begin with a blank space ?

  The SAP error message /SAPSLL/CORE_CLSMD101 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a tariff number being entered in the system. Specifically, the error states that the tariff number must not begin with a blank space. This is a validation error that occurs when the input does not meet the expected format requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Leading Spaces: The most common cause of this error is that the tariff number being entered has one or more leading spaces. This can happen if the data is copied from another source (like a spreadsheet) or if it was manually entered with an accidental space at the beginning.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently add spaces while typing or pasting the tariff number.
  Data Import Issues: If the tariff numbers are being imported from an external system or file, the formatting of the data may not be clean, leading to leading spaces.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Leading Spaces: Review the tariff number being entered and ensure that there are no leading spaces. You can do this by:
  
  Manually checking the input field.
  Using a text editor that shows whitespace characters.
  
  
  Trim the Input: If you are entering the tariff number programmatically or through a batch process, ensure that the input is trimmed of leading and trailing spaces before it is processed.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry forms or import processes to catch and correct leading spaces before submission.
  Re-enter the Tariff Number: If you encounter this error, simply re-enter the tariff number without any leading spaces.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific module documentation for more details on tariff number formats and validation rules.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working with customs or logistics data, familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like /SAPSLL/CLSDOC for customs documents) that may involve tariff numbers.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct format for entering tariff numbers to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that tariff numbers are entered correctly in the SAP system.