How To Fix ISSR048 - Field &1 from table/structure &2 is shorter in &3

ISSR048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISSR - Message Class for Statutory Reporting

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Field &1 from table/structure &2 is shorter in &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISSR048 - Field &1 from table/structure &2 is shorter in &3 ?

  The SAP error message ISSR048 indicates that there is a mismatch in the length of a field in a table or structure compared to what is expected in a certain context. This typically occurs during data processing or when trying to transfer data between different systems or components where the field lengths are not compatible.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following:
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The field in the source table or structure is shorter than the expected length in the target table or structure.
  Data Transfer Issues: When data is being transferred between different systems or modules, the field definitions may not match.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not have been updated to reflect changes in the data model.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ISSR048 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Definitions:
  
  Verify the field lengths in both the source and target tables/structures. Ensure that they match