How To Fix DMC_RT_MSG141 - Source value <&4> in column &3 on sheet &2 truncated; edit source file

DMC_RT_MSG141 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DMC_RT_MSG - DMC: Runtime Object Messages

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Source value <&4> in column &3 on sheet &2 truncated; edit source file

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DMC_RT_MSG141 - Source value <&4> in column &3 on sheet &2 truncated; edit source file ?

  The SAP error message DMC_RT_MSG141 indicates that a source value in a specified column of a specified sheet has been truncated. This typically occurs during data import processes, such as when using SAP Data Management or SAP Data Services, where the data being imported does not fit within the defined length of the target field in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The source data contains values that exceed the maximum length defined for the corresponding field in the target SAP table.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the source value may not match the expected data type in the target field, leading to truncation.
  Improper Formatting: The source file may have formatting issues, such as extra spaces or special characters that cause the data to exceed the expected length.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the target field definitions in the SAP system to determine the maximum allowed length. Compare this with the source