How To Fix CNV20201047 - Prefix delimit. cannot be added; prefix is too long

CNV20201047 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20201 -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Prefix delimit. cannot be added; prefix is too long

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CNV20201047 - Details

• The SAP error message CNV20201047 indicates that there is an issue with the prefix length when trying to add a prefix in a conversion or migration process. This error typically arises in the context of data migration or conversion projects, particularly when using SAP's tools for data transformation.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the prefix you are trying to add exceeds the maximum allowed length. In SAP, there are specific limitations on the length of prefixes that can be used, and if the prefix you are attempting to add is longer than this limit, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Prefix Length: Verify the length of the prefix you are trying to add. Ensure that it adheres to the maximum length allowed by SAP. Typically, the maximum length for a prefix is 3 characters, but this can vary based on the specific context