How To Fix IFME_TREE_CHECK068 - Length must be greater than sum of the starting and ending content length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IFME_TREE_CHECK -

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Length must be greater than sum of the starting and ending content length

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IFME_TREE_CHECK068 - Length must be greater than sum of the starting and ending content length ?

  The SAP error message IFME_TREE_CHECK068 indicates that there is an issue with the length of a certain content in a tree structure, specifically that the total length must be greater than the sum of the starting and ending content lengths. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Integrated Financial Management (IFM) or similar modules where hierarchical data structures are used.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch in the expected lengths of content within a tree structure. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The lengths of the starting and ending content may have been incorrectly defined or calculated.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the data that defines the tree structure.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the tree structure may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in length calculations.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling the lengths correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Entry: Review the data entries for the tree structure to ensure that the lengths of the starting and ending content are correctly defined and that they do not exceed the total length.
  
  
  Validate Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for the tree structure are correct. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant transaction codes or customizing settings.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the length calculations are being performed and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any anomalies or corruption that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with to see if there are any known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the tree structure or configuration settings (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that may address this specific error message.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the IFME_TREE_CHECK068 error in your SAP system.