How To Fix TK072 - Key must have & places

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TK - Transport Organizer

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Key must have & places

What causes this issue?

The key you entered is longer than the provided input fields. Input
fields are text and number fields represented by characters. Fields
which have been saved packed, cannot be entered.

System Response

The system rejects the entry.

How to fix this error?

Shorten the key or enter a generic (wildcard) key.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TK072 - Key must have & places ?

  The SAP error message TK072 ("Key must have & places") typically occurs when there is an issue with the length of a key field in a table or structure. This error indicates that the key you are trying to use does not meet the required length specified in the data dictionary for that particular field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Key Length Mismatch: The key you are trying to enter or use does not match the expected length defined in the data dictionary. For example, if a key is defined to be 10 characters long, and you are trying to enter a key that is shorter or longer than that, you will encounter this error.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered an incorrect value or format for the key field.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the table or structure where the key is defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Length: Verify the length of the