How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT018 - Email address exceeds 241 digits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Email address exceeds 241 digits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT018 - Email address exceeds 241 digits ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT018 indicates that the email address being entered exceeds the maximum allowed length of 241 characters. This is a common issue when dealing with email addresses in SAP systems, particularly in the context of employee data management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An email address is being entered or imported into the SAP system that exceeds the 241-character limit.
  The email address may have been incorrectly formatted or concatenated, leading to an unexpectedly long string.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Email Address: Review the email address that is causing the error. Ensure that it is correctly formatted and does not contain any unnecessary characters or concatenations.
  
  
  Shorten the Email Address: If the email address is indeed longer than 241 characters, you will need to shorten it. This may involve:
  
  Using a different email address that is within the character limit.
  Contacting the user to provide a valid email address that fits within the limit.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in your data entry or import processes to ensure that email addresses do not exceed the character limit before they are submitted to the SAP system.
  
  
  SAP Configuration: If you have control over the SAP configuration, you may want to check if there are any settings related to email address length that can be adjusted. However, this is generally not recommended as it may lead to inconsistencies with standard practices.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for any specific guidelines or best practices regarding email address formats and limitations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering email addresses are trained on the limitations and best practices for entering valid email addresses in the system.
  Integration with Other Systems: If the email addresses are being imported from another system, ensure that the source system is also enforcing the character limit to prevent similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.