How To Fix CNV20551401 - For DATATYPE=CHAR or NUMC, no entry found in DD03L for LENG=&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV20551 - message for package 20551 (company code delete)

• Message number: 401

• Message text: For DATATYPE=CHAR or NUMC, no entry found in DD03L for LENG=&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551401 - For DATATYPE=CHAR or NUMC, no entry found in DD03L for LENG=& ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551401 typically occurs during data conversion or migration processes, particularly when using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data migration tools. This error indicates that there is an issue with the data type definition in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) for a specific field.
  Cause:
  The error message states that for a data type of CHAR or NUMC, there is no entry found in the DD03L table for the specified length (LENG=&). This usually means that:
  
  Invalid Length: The length specified for the CHAR or NUMC field is not defined in the Data Dictionary. This could happen if the length is set to a value that is not supported or does not exist in the system.
  Data Dictionary Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the Data Dictionary, possibly due to custom developments or modifications.
  Migration Configuration: The configuration for the migration might be incorrect, leading to the system trying to reference a non-existent data type or length.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Dictionary Entries:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the Data Dictionary entries for the relevant data type.
  Look for the specific CHAR or NUMC data type and verify that the length specified in your migration or conversion process exists in the DD03L table.
  
  
  
  Adjust Length:
  
  If the length is incorrect, adjust it to a valid length that exists in the Data Dictionary.
  Ensure that the length matches the expected values for the data type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Migration Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the migration or conversion process to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that the mapping of fields is accurate and that the lengths specified in the mapping correspond to valid entries in the Data Dictionary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific migration or conversion process you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help you resolve the error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  DD03L Table: This table contains the field definitions for data elements in the SAP Data Dictionary. It includes information about field names, data types, lengths, and other attributes.
  Data Types: In SAP, CHAR is used for character strings, while NUMC is used for numeric strings. Each has specific length constraints that must be adhered to.
  Migration Cockpit: If you are using the SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit, ensure that you are following the recommended procedures for data mapping and transformation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CNV20551401 error in your SAP system.