How To Fix KI709 - Field overrun in activity for &1 and &2 .

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 709

• Message text: Field overrun in activity for &1 and &2 .

What causes this issue?

Revaluation of activity from &V1& to &V2& resulted in a field overflow.
The allocatable quantity was determined to be &V3& wtih fixed portion
of &V4&. The overflow occurs if these quantities are multiplied by the
activity price from &V1&.

System Response

Plan costs are not changed. Quantities and values for this activity
relationship do not match any longer.

How to fix this error?

Check the activity network and remove the cause of the large activity
flow from &V1& to &V2&.
Repeat plan reconciliation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI709 - Field overrun in activity for &1 and &2 . ?

  The SAP error message KI709, which states "Field overrun in activity for &1 and &2," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the data being processed in the activity allocation or assessment. This error indicates that the data being inputted exceeds the defined field length for the activity allocation.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The most common cause of this error is that the data being processed (such as activity quantities or amounts) exceeds the maximum length defined for the respective fields in the database or the program.
  Incorrect Data Entry: If the data entered into the system is not formatted correctly or is too large, it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the controlling area or the activity types that are causing the data to be processed incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Length: Review the data being entered for activity allocation. Ensure that the values do not exceed the maximum allowed length for the respective fields.
  Adjust Field Lengths: If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP team to see if the field lengths can be adjusted in the database or program to accommodate larger values.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to ensure that users do not enter values that exceed the allowed limits.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the controlling area and activity types to ensure they are set up correctly and are compatible with the data being processed.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction that is generating the error to identify the specific point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes related to controlling, such as KSU (Activity Allocation) or KSV (Assessment).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for controlling and activity allocation to understand the expected data formats and limitations.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.