How To Fix /SCMUI/UIAPOMD714 - Maximum length is too short for entered prefix and suffix

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMUI/UIAPOMD -

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Maximum length is too short for entered prefix and suffix

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMUI/UIAPOMD714 - Maximum length is too short for entered prefix and suffix ?

  The SAP error message /SCMUI/UIAPOMD714 Maximum length is too short for entered prefix and suffix typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when the user is trying to enter a prefix or suffix for a certain field, and the length of the entered value exceeds the allowed limit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Length Restriction: The prefix or suffix you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum length defined in the system settings. Each field in SAP has predefined length limits, and if the input exceeds this limit, the system will throw an error.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue where the maximum length for the prefix or suffix has not been set correctly or is too short for the intended use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Maximum Length: Review the maximum length allowed for the prefix and suffix in the relevant configuration settings. This can usually be found