How To Fix CNV20551459 - Error; overlap of structure fields (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 459

• Message text: Error; overlap of structure fields (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV20551459 - Error; overlap of structure fields (&) ?

  The SAP error message CNV20551459 indicates that there is an overlap of structure fields in a data conversion or migration process. This typically occurs during the conversion of data from one structure to another, where two or more fields in the target structure are defined in such a way that they overlap in memory or data representation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Overlap: The error arises when the defined lengths or positions of fields in a structure overlap. For example, if you have two fields defined in a way that their byte lengths or offsets overlap, it can lead to this error.
  Data Mapping Issues: During data migration, if the mapping of source fields to target fields is not done correctly, it can lead to overlaps.
  Changes in Data Structures: If there have been changes in the data structures (like adding or modifying fields) without proper adjustments in the mapping, it can cause overlaps.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Structure Definitions: Check