How To Fix KU311 - Characteristic & is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Characteristic & is too long

What causes this issue?

The value of this characteristic has a defined length of more than 30.
Here you can only use characteristics with a length of 30 or less.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change the defined length of the characterstic value, or use a
different characteristic.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KU311 - Characteristic & is too long ?

  The SAP error message KU311, which states "Characteristic & is too long," typically occurs when the length of a characteristic value exceeds the defined limit in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with characteristics in classification, variant configuration, or material master data.
  Cause:
  
  Length Exceeded: The characteristic value you are trying to enter exceeds the maximum length defined for that characteristic in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in data entry where an incorrect or overly long value is being input.
  Configuration Issue: The characteristic may not be properly configured to handle the expected length of values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the characteristic definition in the SAP system (Transaction code: CT04).
  Verify the maximum length defined for the characteristic. If necessary, adjust the length to accommodate the values you need to enter.
  
  
  
  Modify Input Value:
  
  If the characteristic length cannot be changed, ensure that the value you are trying to enter is within the allowed length. Shorten the input value accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry process to ensure that no unintended characters or spaces are included in the input.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific characteristics you are working with to ensure compliance with the defined standards.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04: Characteristic maintenance
  CL02: Change class
  CL03: Display class
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KU311 error and implement a suitable solution.