How To Fix CJ556 - Field length exceeded when calculating WBS element & duration


CJ556 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

  • Message number: 556

  • Message text: Field length exceeded when calculating WBS element & duration

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  • What causes this issue?

    An internal error has occurred while calculating the duration of WBS
    element &V1&.

    System Response

    The field will be filled with the maximum value.

    How to fix this error?

    Select a larger unit for duration.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ556 - Field length exceeded when calculating WBS element & duration ?
    The SAP error message CJ556 ("Field length exceeded when calculating WBS element & duration") typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) when there is an issue with the data being processed for a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element. This error indicates that the system has encountered a value that exceeds the defined field length for a particular attribute, which can happen during calculations related to the WBS element or its duration.
    Causes:
    
    Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or excessively large values entered for fields related to the WBS element, such as duration, costs, or other attributes.
    
    Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not be set up to handle the expected data sizes, leading to overflow errors. Custom Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate WBS data, they may not be handling data correctly, leading to this error. Inconsistent Data: Data inconsistencies or corruption in the database can also lead to this

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