How To Fix EM200 - One or more sets of field contents were truncated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 200

• Message text: One or more sets of field contents were truncated

What causes this issue?

When editing a data record in the import file, you entered a value in a
field whose length exceeds the field length.
This occurred, for example, in field &V1&.

System Response

The entered value is cut off at the maximum display length of the
field.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM200 - One or more sets of field contents were truncated ?

  The SAP error message EM200, which states "One or more sets of field contents were truncated," typically occurs when the data being processed exceeds the defined length of the fields in the database or in the application. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during data entry, data import, or when processing records in reports or transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The most common cause is that the data being entered or processed exceeds the maximum length defined for a particular field in the database.
  Data Import Issues: When importing data from external sources (like CSV files), if the data in the source file is longer than the target field length in SAP, truncation may occur.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate data, they may not handle field lengths properly.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of data structures or tables can lead to mismatches in expected field lengths.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the relevant database tables or structures to ensure that the data being processed does not exceed the defined lengths.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks before data entry or import to ensure that the data conforms to the expected lengths.
  Adjust Data: If possible, modify the data being entered or imported to fit within the defined field lengths.
  Modify Field Lengths: If the business requirement allows, consider increasing the field lengths in the database or data structure to accommodate larger data entries.
  Review Custom Code: If the error is occurring in a custom program, review the code to ensure that it properly handles field lengths and does not attempt to write data that exceeds the defined limits.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your programs to catch and manage truncation issues gracefully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the field definitions and lengths.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in a custom program, use the debugger to trace the data flow and identify where the truncation is happening.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for guidelines on data entry and field length limitations.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the truncation, you can resolve the EM200 error and ensure that data integrity is maintained in your SAP system.