How To Fix 3I149 - Error in conversion. Receiver structure too short. -> Long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3I - HR-PT: Messages for Portugal

• Message number: 149

• Message text: Error in conversion. Receiver structure too short. -> Long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I149 - Error in conversion. Receiver structure too short. -> Long text ?

  The SAP error message 3I149 indicates that there is an issue with data conversion where the receiver structure is too short to accommodate the data being transferred. This typically occurs during data transfer processes, such as when using IDocs, BAPIs, or other data interfaces.
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure Mismatch: The structure of the data being sent does not match the expected structure of the receiving system or program. This can happen if the sender is sending more fields or longer data than the receiver can handle.
  Field Length Issues: The length of the fields in the sender's data structure may exceed the defined lengths in the receiver's structure.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the data transfer settings or mappings can lead to this error.
  Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model (e.g., adding new fields or changing field lengths) without corresponding updates in the receiving structure, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Structures: Review the data structures of both the sender and receiver. Ensure that they match in terms of field names, types, and lengths.
  Adjust Field Lengths: If the sender's data fields are longer than the receiver's, consider adjusting the lengths in the receiver's structure to accommodate the incoming data.
  Update Mappings: If you are using a middleware or mapping tool, ensure that the mappings are correctly defined and that they reflect the current data structures.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the data flow and identify where the mismatch occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact field or structure causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to see if there have been recent changes that could affect the data structures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure definitions or SE37 (Function Modules) to analyze the function modules involved in the data transfer.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the data transfer works as expected without errors.
  
  By addressing the structural mismatches and ensuring that both sender and receiver are aligned in terms of data definitions, you should be able to resolve the 3I149 error.