Attribute adding long code to product id

[apollowilcox]

We are experimenting a bit with product attributes (information only for now) and having an issue that i am unable to find addressed this in forum. I apologize if i'm repeating a topic.

The order confirmation email has a long attribute code (looks like a GUID) added to the item ID. Not only is it confusing to the reader, but it also triggers an error because the product ID value is too long for the field.


The yellow highlighted is the actual item Id and is appropriate shown. The long code highlighted in blue is unwanted. The second item on the order does not have any attributes assigned.

I have looked for config settings to turn this off; and i have looked into the code to try to rem out the line. Two strikes so far.

Is this presentation normal? Is there a way i can get rid of the code?

Thanks,