How To Fix GG748 - The length of field & of table & is longer than 24

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 748

• Message text: The length of field & of table & is longer than 24

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& of table &V2& has a length of &V3& and an output length of
&V4&. In Special Purpose Ledger, however, the maximum length allowed
is 24.

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?

Note the above requirement when defining your tables.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG748 - The length of field & of table & is longer than 24 ?

  The SAP error message GG748 indicates that there is an issue with the length of a field in a table exceeding the maximum allowed length of 24 characters. This error typically arises in the context of data dictionary objects, where field lengths are defined, and it can occur during various operations such as data entry, data migration, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that a field in a table has been defined with a length greater than 24 characters, which is not permissible in certain contexts within SAP.
  Data Model Issues: This can also occur if there are inconsistencies in the data model, such as when custom fields or tables are created without adhering to the length restrictions.
  Legacy Data: If you are migrating data from a legacy system, the data being imported may contain fields that exceed the allowed length.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Review the field definitions in the relevant table. You can do this using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary). Ensure that the field lengths comply with the maximum allowed length.
  Modify Field Length: If you have control over the table definition, consider modifying the field length to be 24 characters or less. This may involve changing the data type or adjusting the structure of the table.
  Data Validation: If the error occurs during data entry or migration, implement validation checks to ensure that the data being entered or migrated does not exceed the allowed length.
  Custom Development: If the field is part of a custom development, review the code to ensure that it adheres to SAP's field length restrictions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with, as there may be specific guidelines or updates regarding field lengths.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 to check table definitions, SE14 for database utility, and SE37 for function modules that may be involved in the process.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Field Length Limitations: Familiarize yourself with SAP's general guidelines on field lengths, especially if you are working with custom developments or data migrations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into the specific configurations and customizations in your SAP environment.