How To Fix /AIF/EXT_CONTACT104 - The value too long; check contact for address &1 - &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/EXT_CONTACT -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: The value too long; check contact for address &1 - &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT104 - The value too long; check contact for address &1 - &2 ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT104 indicates that a value being processed in the context of an external contact is too long for the defined field length in the system. This typically occurs when the data being sent to or processed by the SAP Application Interface Framework (AIF) exceeds the maximum length allowed for a specific field, such as an address line or other contact information.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The data being sent (e.g., an address line, name, or other contact details) exceeds the maximum length defined in the SAP system for that particular field.
  Data Mapping Issues: If the data is being mapped from an external system, there may be discrepancies in the field lengths between the source and target systems.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Users may have entered data that is longer than the allowed length in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the SAP system to determine the maximum allowed lengths for the fields in question. This can typically be done in the data dictionary (SE11) or by checking the relevant table definitions.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the source system or during the data transfer process to ensure that the data being sent does not exceed the maximum lengths defined in SAP.
  Truncate or Modify Data: If the data is too long, consider truncating it or modifying it to fit within the allowed limits before sending it to SAP.
  Adjust Field Lengths: If appropriate, and if business requirements allow, consider adjusting the field lengths in the SAP system to accommodate longer values. This should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's change management policies.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the AIF to catch such errors and provide meaningful feedback to users or systems that are sending the data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for detailed logs related to the error.
  AIF Configuration: Review the AIF configuration settings to ensure that the mappings and transformations are correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling long values in AIF.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for more information on AIF and handling external contacts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.