How To Fix XS005 - For a generic address entry, '*' must be at the end (exception: Internet)


XS005 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: XS - SAPconnect: All messages

  • Message number: 005

  • Message text: For a generic address entry, '*' must be at the end (exception: Internet)

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  • What causes this issue?

    You entered an address &V1& generically with '*'. However, you did not
    place the special character '*' last, but in &V2& position.

    System Response

    Saving/processing your entry was terminated.

    How to fix this error?

    All address types (except for Internet addresses) begin with the part
    of the address on the highest hierarchy level (for example, country). A
    generic entry means that you do not have to specify a low part,
    for example, you can specify DE 6227* as a fax routing entry rather
    than specifying each recipient individually.
    Place '*' in the last position of the address or enter the addresses in
    full without '*'.
    (Note: For Internet addresses, you should place '*' in first position.)

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


XS005 - Details

  • The SAP error message XS005 indicates that there is an issue with the format of a generic address entry in the system. Specifically, it states that the wildcard character '*' must be placed at the end of the address string, with the exception of Internet addresses.
    
    Cause: This error typically arises when you are trying to define a generic address (for example, in a configuration or a settings entry) and you have not followed the correct syntax. The wildcard '' is used to represent any characters that may follow, but it must be positioned at the end of the string. For example, an entry like `exampleis valid, while*example` is not.
    Solution: To resolve this error, you should: Check the Address Entry: Review the address entry that triggered the error. Ensure that if you are using the wildcard '*', it is placed at the end of the string. Correct the Format: Modify the entry to conform to

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