How To Fix K0031 - Transferred field > 9 or < 2 BYTE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K0 - Error Messages for Central Controlling Routines

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Transferred field > 9 or < 2 BYTE

What causes this issue?

The field(s) exceed or fall short of limits set in the perform routine
for currency conversion.

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?

Contact the SAP hotline if the error occurs in a standard SAP program.
If the error occurs in a one of your own programs, check the transfer
parameters.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K0031 - Transferred field > 9 or < 2 BYTE ?

  The SAP error message K0031 ("Transferred field > 9 or < 2 BYTE") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the data being transferred to a CO-related function or transaction. This error indicates that a field that is expected to have a certain length (between 2 and 9 bytes) is either too long or too short.
  Cause:
  
  Data Length Violation: The error is triggered when the data being processed does not conform to the expected length constraints. For example, if a numeric field is expected to be between 2 and 9 bytes, and the input data is either shorter than 2 bytes or longer than 9 bytes, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: If there is a mismatch in the data mapping between the source and target systems or between different modules, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Code Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate data before it is sent to the CO module, they may inadvertently cause this error by not adhering to the expected data formats.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Input: Review the data being transferred to ensure that it meets the length requirements. Make sure that all fields are populated correctly and that they conform to the expected data types and lengths.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to identify where the data is being processed and check the values being passed to the CO function. Look for any transformations or calculations that might be affecting the data length.
  Data Mapping Review: If the error occurs during data transfer between systems (e.g., during an interface), review the mapping specifications to ensure that the data types and lengths are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or function module you are using. There may be specific guidelines or known issues that can help resolve the error.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to CO, such as KSB1 (Actual Line Items), KOB1 (Order Line Items), or during the execution of CO-related reports.
  Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the data types and lengths defined in the relevant data dictionary tables (e.g., DDL, domain definitions) to understand the expected formats.
  Custom Enhancements: If your organization has custom enhancements or modifications in the CO module, review those for potential issues that could lead to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the K0031 error in SAP.