How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL126 - Char. value &1 is invalid. It should have a length between 1 and &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Char. value &1 is invalid. It should have a length between 1 and &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL126 - Char. value &1 is invalid. It should have a length between 1 and &2. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_CHAR_VAL126
  
  Text: Char. value &1 is invalid. It should have a length between 1 and &2.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a character-type field (string or character data) is being validated, and the value provided does not meet the required length constraints. Specifically, the length of the input string is either zero (empty) or exceeds the maximum allowed length defined for that field.
  
  &1: The actual value entered (or a placeholder representing it).
  &2: The allowed length range (usually the maximum length).
  
  For example, if a field expects a string length between 1 and 10 characters, and the input is empty or longer than 10 characters, this error will be triggered.
  
  When does it typically occur?
  
  During data entry in SAP GUI or Web Dynpro applications.
  When importing or uploading data via batch input, BAPIs, or IDocs.
  During validations in custom ABAP programs or standard SAP validations.
  When using SAP Workflow or Business Rules Framework (BRF+), as the message prefix WRF_ suggests it might be related to Workflow or BRF+ validations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Data Length:
  
  Ensure that the input string is not empty.
  Ensure the input string length does not exceed the maximum allowed length.
  
  
  
  Adjust Input Data:
  
  Trim or shorten the input string to fit within the allowed length.
  If the input is empty and the field is mandatory, provide a valid value.
  
  
  
  Review Field Definition:
  
  Check the data element or domain associated with the field to confirm the allowed length.
  If necessary, adjust the domain length (only if business requirements allow).
  
  
  
  In Custom Code:
  
  Add validation logic to check the length before passing the value.
  Use ABAP statements like STRLEN to check length.
  Provide user-friendly error messages or input help.
  
  
  
  In BRF+ or Workflow Rules:
  
  Check the rule or expression that sets or validates the field.
  Ensure the value assigned complies with the length restrictions.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Data Element and Domain:
  
  The length restrictions are usually defined in the domain of the data element used for the field. You can check this in transaction SE11.
  
  
  Standard SAP Messages:
  
  This message is part of the SAP standard message class WRF which is related to Workflow or BRF+ validations.
  
  
  Debugging Tips:  
  
  Use transaction SE91 to look up the message class WRF and message number 126 for more details.
  Use debugging or logging to capture the actual value causing the error.
  Check the context where the error occurs (e.g., which program, function module, or workflow step).
  
  
  
  Example:
  
  If a field expects a string of length 1 to 10, and the input is '' (empty string), the error will occur. Similarly, if the input is 'ABCDEFGHIJK' (11 characters), it will also trigger the error.
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error
  WRF_CHAR_VAL126: Char. value &1 invalid
  
  
  Cause
  Input string length not within allowed range (1 to &2)
  
  
  Solution
  Provide a non-empty string within allowed length; adjust input or domain
  
  
  Context
  Workflow, BRF+, data entry, validations
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., where exactly this error occurs), I can help with more specific guidance!