How To Fix CM_EHFND_REQ_EXT_IMP036 - Entry on sheet "&3", row &1, column "&2" is too long; max. length is &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_REQ_EXT_IMP - Message Class For External Content Providers Import

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Entry on sheet "&3", row &1, column "&2" is too long; max. length is &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQ_EXT_IMP036 - Entry on sheet "&3", row &1, column "&2" is too long; max. length is &4 ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQ_EXT_IMP036 indicates that there is an issue with the length of the data being imported into a specific field in an external import process. This error typically occurs when the data in a specified cell exceeds the maximum allowed length for that field.
  Cause:
  The error message provides the following details:
  
  Sheet: The name of the sheet where the error occurred (indicated by "&3").
  Row: The specific row number where the error was found (indicated by "&1").
  Column: The specific column name where the error was found (indicated by "&2").
  Max Length: The maximum allowed length for the field (indicated by "&4").
  
  The cause of this error is that the data entered in the specified cell exceeds the defined maximum length for that field in the SAP system. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  Data being copied from another source without checking the length.
  Changes in the data model that have not been reflected in the import template.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Cell: Use the information provided in the error message to locate the specific cell in the import sheet (the sheet name, row number, and column name).
  
  
  Check the Data Length: Review the data in the identified cell and compare it to the maximum length specified in the error message. 
  
  
  Modify the Data: If the data exceeds the maximum length:
  
  Shorten the data to fit within the allowed limit.
  If necessary, consider whether the data can be split into multiple entries or if it can be summarized.
  
  
  
  Validate the Import Template: Ensure that the import template you are using is up to date and matches the current data model in SAP. If there have been changes to the data structure, you may need to adjust your import template accordingly.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Import: After making the necessary adjustments, re-attempt the import process to see if the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Lengths: You can usually find the maximum lengths for fields in the SAP data dictionary (transaction SE11) or in the documentation for the specific module you are working with.
  Data Import Guidelines: Review any guidelines or best practices for data import specific to the SAP module you are using, as they may provide additional context on data formatting and length restrictions.
  Error Logs: Check any error logs or detailed messages provided by the import process for further insights into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_EHFND_REQ_EXT_IMP036 error and successfully complete your data import.