How To Fix CNV_12000139 - Uploaded description exceeds character limit.


CNV_12000139 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CNV_12000 - Messages for shorttext and description conversion

  • Message number: 139

  • Message text: Uploaded description exceeds character limit.

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  • One or more of the uploaded descriptions exceeds the character limit.
    You have the following options:
    Confirm the upload
    The description text that exceed the character limit is not uploaded.
    You must adjust these descriptions afterwards if you want to update
    them.
    Cancel the upload
    The file is not uploaded. You can adjust the description texts in the
    file, and upload the file again.

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.


    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


CNV_12000139 - Details

  • The SAP error message CNV_12000139 indicates that the uploaded description exceeds the character limit set for a particular field in the system. This error typically occurs during data migration or when uploading data into SAP systems, especially when using tools like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or other data transfer methods.
    
    Cause: Character Limit Exceeded: The description or text being uploaded exceeds the maximum number of characters allowed for that specific field in the database. Field Definition: The field in question may have a predefined length (e.g., 40 characters, 100 characters, etc.), and the data being uploaded does not conform to this limit. Data Format Issues: Sometimes, the data format or encoding can also lead to unexpected character counts.
    Solution: Check Field Length: Review the field definition in the target SAP system to determine the maximum character limit. This can usually be found in the data dictionary (SE11) or by checking the relevant table structure. Trim Data: Modify

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