How To Fix VC704 - Node is followed by spaces: not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VC - SD Customizing

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Node is followed by spaces: not allowed

What causes this issue?

The system only allows a <DS:GLOS.product_hierarchy>produkt
hierarchy</> element when it is not followed by blanks.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VC704 - Node is followed by spaces: not allowed ?

  The SAP error message VC704 ("Node is followed by spaces: not allowed") typically occurs in the context of variant configuration in SAP. This error indicates that there are trailing spaces in the node name of a configuration model, which is not permitted.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more nodes in the configuration model having trailing spaces in their names. This can happen if the node names were manually entered or imported from an external source, and spaces were inadvertently included at the end of the names.
  Solution:
  To resolve the VC704 error, you need to check and correct the node names in your configuration model. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Model:
  
  Go to the transaction code CU01 (Create Configuration Profile) or CU02 (Change Configuration Profile) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Locate the Affected Node:
  
  Navigate through the configuration model to find the node that is causing the error. You may need to check each node's name carefully.
  
  
  
  Edit the Node Name:
  
  Once you find the node with trailing spaces, edit the node name to remove any spaces at the end. Ensure that the name is correctly formatted without any leading or trailing spaces.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, save the changes to the configuration model.
  
  
  
  Recheck the Configuration:
  
  After saving, you can recheck the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CU01: Create Configuration Profile
  CU02: Change Configuration Profile
  CU03: Display Configuration Profile
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  When creating or editing node names, always double-check for any unintended spaces.
  Consider using a naming convention that avoids spaces altogether, such as using underscores or camel case.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, it is advisable to test the configuration to ensure that it behaves as expected and that no other errors are present.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VC704 error and ensure that your variant configuration model is correctly set up.