How To Fix BP039 - Field overflow during value transfer from cost element planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BP - Budgeting and planning

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Field overflow during value transfer from cost element planning

What causes this issue?

During transfer of plan values from cost element planning, the highest
permitted value for this field was exceeded.

System Response

The system has not accepted the entries.

How to fix this error?

Check the plan values from cost element planning.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BP039 - Field overflow during value transfer from cost element planning ?

  The SAP error message BP039, which states "Field overflow during value transfer from cost element planning," typically occurs when there is an attempt to transfer values that exceed the defined limits of the target field in the SAP system. This can happen during various processes, such as budget planning, cost planning, or when transferring data between different modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Type Limitations: The target field may have a defined maximum length or value range, and the data being transferred exceeds these limits.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost elements or planning versions may not align with the data being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or uploads may contain values that are too large for the designated fields.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not handle the data correctly, leading to overflow issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the field definitions in the target table or structure to understand