How To Fix WSTI000 - Entry & too long or has wrong format

WSTI000 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTI - Messages about Store Workbench, Physical Inventory

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Entry & too long or has wrong format

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTI000 - Entry & too long or has wrong format ?

  The SAP error message WSTI000: Entry & too long or has wrong format typically occurs during data entry or data upload processes, especially in contexts like transaction codes involving time sheets, work schedules, or other master data maintenance screens.
  
  Cause
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The input value entered in a particular field exceeds the maximum allowed length defined in the SAP data dictionary.
  Wrong Format: The input does not conform to the expected format (e.g., numeric expected but alphanumeric entered, date format incorrect, or special characters not allowed).
  Incorrect Data Type: The data type of the input does not match the expected data type for the field.
  Copy-Paste Errors: Sometimes, copying data from external sources (Excel, Word) may introduce hidden characters or formatting that SAP does not accept.
  Custom Validation: Custom user exits or validations might enforce stricter format or length rules.
  
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Field Length:
  
  Verify the maximum length allowed for the field (using SE11 or by checking the