How To Fix WSD_MESSAGE112 - Entered pattern (&1) for a plant is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSD_MESSAGE - Message class for WSD

• Message number: 112

• Message text: Entered pattern (&1) for a plant is too long

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSD_MESSAGE112 - Entered pattern (&1) for a plant is too long ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WSD_MESSAGE112: Entered pattern (&1) for a plant is too long
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you enter a pattern or value for a plant that exceeds the allowed length defined in the system. In SAP, plant codes have a fixed maximum length (usually 4 characters). If you try to input a pattern or plant code longer than this length, the system throws this error.
  
  The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the actual pattern you entered.
  The error typically appears during configuration or master data maintenance where plant patterns or codes are specified.
  
  
  Explanation:
  
  Plant code length restriction: SAP standard plant codes are limited to 4 characters.
  When defining patterns (e.g., in search helps, validations, or custom logic), the input must respect this length.
  If a pattern or input string is longer than allowed, the system cannot process it correctly, hence the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the input pattern:
  
  Verify the plant code or pattern you entered. Ensure it does not exceed the maximum length (usually 4 characters).
  
  
  Adjust the pattern:
  
  If you are entering a pattern (e.g., with wildcards), make sure the total length of the pattern string is within the allowed limit.
  
  
  Review configuration or custom code:
  
  If this error occurs during a custom process or configuration, check the relevant code or settings where the plant pattern is defined. Modify it to comply with the length restriction.
  
  
  Data validation:
  
  Implement validation checks to prevent users from entering plant codes or patterns longer than allowed.
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Plant master data: The plant is a key organizational unit in SAP logistics, and its code length is standardized.
  Related tables: MARC (Plant Data for Material), T001W (Plants/Branches).
  Standard length: Typically, plant codes are 4 characters long (alphanumeric).
  Error context: This message is often seen in modules like MM (Materials Management), PP (Production Planning), or SD (Sales and Distribution) when dealing with plant-related data.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error message
  WSD_MESSAGE112
  
  
  Meaning
  Entered plant pattern is too long
  
  
  Cause
  Plant code/pattern exceeds max length (usually 4 chars)
  
  
  Solution
  Shorten the plant code/pattern to allowed length
  
  
  Related objects
  Plant master data, configuration, custom code
  
  
  
  
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