How To Fix /LTB/TR_UI104 - Specify data type and number of characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /LTB/TR_UI -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Specify data type and number of characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /LTB/TR_UI104 - Specify data type and number of characters ?

  The SAP error message /LTB/TR_UI104 Specify data type and number of characters typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that involve data entry or configuration, particularly when working with custom fields or data structures. This error indicates that the system requires you to specify the data type and the number of characters for a particular field or parameter, but this information is missing or incorrectly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The data type and character length for a field have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Field Definition: The field may have been defined incorrectly in the underlying data structure or configuration.
  Custom Development Issues: If you are using custom developments (like custom transactions or reports), the code may not be handling the data types correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, the necessary definitions may not have been included.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Go to the relevant configuration area (like transaction codes SE11 for Data Dictionary or SE80 for Object Navigator) and ensure that the field in question has a defined data type and character length.
  Define Data Type: If the field is a custom field, ensure that you have defined the data type (e.g., CHAR, NUMC) and the length (e.g., 10 characters) in the data dictionary.
  Review Custom Code: If this error arises from custom development, review the code to ensure that it correctly specifies the data type and length when defining fields.
  Transport Requests: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects and definitions were included.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with for any additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), SE38 (ABAP Program).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the missing definitions.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.