How To Fix /SCMTMS/WBN068 - Sum of prfx. and num. length must be less than or equal to &1 for type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/WBN -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Sum of prfx. and num. length must be less than or equal to &1 for type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN068 - Sum of prfx. and num. length must be less than or equal to &1 for type &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN068 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the prefix and number for a certain type in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the sum of the prefix length and the number length must be less than or equal to a specified value (&1) for a given type (&2).
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when the configuration for number ranges or identifiers in the TMS is not set correctly. The prefix (which could be a fixed string or code) combined with the numeric part (which is usually a sequential number) exceeds the allowed length defined in the system settings.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant number range or identifier type in the SAP TMS.
  Verify the defined prefix and the maximum length allowed for the number.
  
  
  
  Adjust Prefix or Number Length:
  
  If the prefix is too long, consider shortening it.
  If the numeric part is too long, you may need to adjust the number range settings to ensure that the total length (prefix + number) does not exceed the specified limit.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Developments:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements that manipulate the prefix or number generation, review them to ensure they comply with the length restrictions.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS configuration for any specific guidelines or limitations regarding prefix and number lengths.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for TMS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.