Message type: E = Error
Message class: TL - Messages for language transports
Message number: 436
Message text: Generic entry in this form is not allowed; see long text
You have tried to start a generic object search.
The search term, however, is not long enough.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Restrict the search by entering more characters.
You need to observe the following minimum lengths:
For data elements:,,2 characters
For domains:,,2 characters
For tables:,,2 characters
For views:,,2 characters
For matchcodes:,,2 characters
For reports:,,5 characters
For screens:,,9 characters
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TL436
- Generic entry in this form is not allowed; see long text ?The SAP error message TL436, which states "Generic entry in this form is not allowed; see long text," typically occurs in the context of data entry in SAP, particularly when dealing with forms or transactions that require specific input formats or values.
Cause: Invalid Input: The error often arises when a user attempts to enter a generic or non-specific value in a field that requires a more specific entry. For example, if a field expects a specific code or identifier and a user inputs a general term or a placeholder, this error may be triggered.
Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the system or the specific transaction may not allow for generic entries due to business rules or validation checks set up in the system. Data Integrity Rules: SAP systems often have strict data integrity rules to ensure that the data entered is valid and meaningful. If the entry does not meet these criteria,
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