How To Fix G3028 - Length of CU in dimension &1 is too short for the generated CU identifier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Length of CU in dimension &1 is too short for the generated CU identifier

What causes this issue?

The cons unit IDs generated according to the rules for ID combinations
are too long. They exceed the length defined in dimension &V1&.

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?

Either change the length settings for cons units in dimension &V1&
(Customizing for Consolidation) or change the rules for ID combination
to prevent the generated IDs from exceeding the prescribed length.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3028 - Length of CU in dimension &1 is too short for the generated CU identifier ?

  The SAP error message G3028 indicates that the length of the characteristic value (CU) in a specific dimension is too short for the generated characteristic value identifier. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where characteristic values are used to define product variants or other attributes.
  Cause:
  
  Short Characteristic Value: The characteristic value defined for a specific dimension does not meet the minimum length requirement set by the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the master data or in the settings for the characteristic values.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry when defining characteristic values can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Value Length:
  
  Review the characteristic values defined for the dimension in question. Ensure that they meet the required length as specified in the system settings.
  If the characteristic value is too short, consider updating it to meet the minimum length requirement.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the characteristic values are correct but still causing issues, check the configuration settings for the dimensions and characteristics in the relevant SAP module (e.g., APO, SAP S/4HANA).
  Ensure that the settings for the characteristic length are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entries for the characteristic values to ensure that they are complete and correctly formatted.
  If necessary, correct any data entry errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the required lengths for characteristic values in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to characteristic and dimension management, such as CT04 (Create Characteristic) and CT03 (Display Characteristic).
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G3028 error and ensure that your characteristic values are correctly configured.