How To Fix FV147 - Data length error in record &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Data length error in record &.

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in the processing of the data to be imported. It is
highly probable that this is a data error.
Contact your data provider.

System Response

Any account statement processing currently underway and any outstanding
is being terminated.

How to fix this error?

Check the structure of the supplied data. If the statement data you
have obtained is error-free, you can simply restart the program. All
those statements which have already been imported correctly will not be
reimported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV147 - Data length error in record &. ?

  The SAP error message FV147, which indicates a "Data length error in record &," typically occurs during the processing of financial documents, particularly when dealing with data imports or exports, such as in the context of electronic bank statements or other financial data uploads.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following issues:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Length: The data being processed does not conform to the expected length defined in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  Fields being too long or too short.
  Missing mandatory fields.
  Incorrect formatting of data (e.g., numeric fields containing non-numeric characters).
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the data import/export might not match the actual data structure being used.
  
  
  Data Mapping Errors: If there is a mapping between the source data and the SAP fields, any discrepancies in the mapping can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FV147 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Lengths: Review the data being imported or processed to ensure that all fields conform to the expected lengths as defined in the SAP data structure. This includes checking for:
  
  Maximum and minimum lengths for each field.
  Correct data types (e.g., numeric, alphanumeric).
  
  
  
  Validate Data Format: Ensure that the data format matches the expected format in SAP. For example, dates should be in the correct format (e.g., YYYYMMDD).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the data import/export process. Ensure that the settings match the structure of the incoming or outgoing data.
  
  
  Examine Mapping: If you are using a mapping tool or process, verify that the mapping between the source data and SAP fields is correct and that all required fields are included.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the import/export process with a smaller set of sample data that you know is correctly formatted to isolate the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the expected data structure for the transaction or process you are working with.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the process to identify where the error is occurring and what specific data is causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FF67 (for electronic bank statement processing) or F110 (for automatic payment transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the FV147 error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.