How To Fix MC081 - Enter length and offset correctly


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MC - Aggregate: views, matchcodes, lock objects

  • Message number: 081

  • Message text: Enter length and offset correctly

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  • What causes this issue?

    Matchcode fields can be defined as component fields of the original
    field by specifying a length and offset. A component field which would
    exceed the limits of the original field was defined in the length and
    offset specification, i.e. the condition
    <LS> 0 <= offset + length <= length of the original field </>
    was violated.

    System Response

    An error message was output.

    How to fix this error?

    Correct the offset and length entries in accordance with the above
    condition.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MC081 - Enter length and offset correctly ?
    The SAP error message MC081 ("Enter length and offset correctly") typically occurs in the context of data extraction or reporting, particularly when dealing with data fields that require specific lengths and offsets for data extraction or transformation processes. This error indicates that the values entered for length and offset do not meet the expected criteria or format.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Length or Offset Values: The values provided for length and offset may not correspond to the actual data structure or may exceed the limits defined in the system. Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field being processed may not align with the expected data type, leading to issues in how the length and offset are interpreted.
    Configuration Issues: There may be misconfigurations in the data extraction settings or in the data source definitions. Field Definition Errors: The fields being referenced may not be defined correctly in the data model or may have been altered.
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