How To Fix MDC_PROCESS106 - File contains &1 data for field that were truncated

MDC_PROCESS106 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDC_PROCESS - Messages In Context Of MDC Processing

• Message number: 106

• Message text: File contains &1 data for field that were truncated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDC_PROCESS106 - File contains &1 data for field that were truncated ?

  The SAP error message MDC_PROCESS106 indicates that there is an issue with data truncation in a file being processed. This typically occurs when the data being imported or processed does not fit within the defined length of the fields in the target database or system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The data in the file contains values that exceed the maximum length defined for the corresponding fields in the SAP system.
  Data Format Issues: The format of the data in the file may not match the expected format in SAP, leading to truncation.
  Incorrect Mapping: If the mapping between the source file and the target fields in SAP is incorrect, it can lead to truncation errors.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the SAP system to ensure that they can accommodate the data being imported. Adjust the field lengths if necessary.
  Data Validation: Before