How To Fix CZ140 - Length of material number is greater than current setting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Length of material number is greater than current setting

What causes this issue?

Material number &V1& is longer than the current material number length
(&V2&) set using the Customizing transaction (OMSL).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use Customizing to increase the <DS:TRANS.OMSL>length of the material
number</> so that it is at least as long as material number &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ140 - Length of material number is greater than current setting ?

  The SAP error message CZ140, which states "Length of material number is greater than current setting," typically occurs when the length of the material number being used exceeds the maximum length defined in the system settings. This can happen during various transactions, such as creating or updating material master records.
  Cause:
  
  Material Number Length Exceeded: The material number you are trying to enter is longer than the maximum length allowed by the system configuration. In SAP, the standard length for material numbers is usually 18 characters, but this can be configured differently in some systems.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings for material number length may have been altered or not set to accommodate the length of the material numbers being used.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the material numbers from the source system may exceed the length defined in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Number Length: Verify the length of the material number you are trying to enter. Ensure it does not exceed the maximum length defined in your SAP system.
  Adjust Configuration Settings:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can adjust the configuration settings for material number length in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the following path in the SAP GUI: 
  
  SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Logistics - General ? Material Master ? Basic Settings ? Define Number Ranges for Material Master.
  
  
  Here, you can check and modify the settings related to the length of material numbers.
  
  
  Use Shorter Material Numbers: If changing the configuration is not feasible, consider using shorter material numbers that comply with the current settings.
  Data Migration Adjustments: If this error arises during data migration, ensure that the material numbers being imported conform to the length restrictions of the target SAP system. You may need to truncate or modify the material numbers in the source data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide insights into known issues and recommended solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for material master data management to understand the implications of material number length and how it affects various processes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to system settings if you are attempting to adjust the configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance.