How To Fix MDG_GN002 - Parameter / attribute value &1 is too long - system error

MDG_GN002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_GN - Messages from the Generator

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Parameter / attribute value &1 is too long - system error

What causes this issue?

The maximum number of spaces in parameter values is &V2&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_GN002 - Parameter / attribute value &1 is too long - system error ?

  The SAP error message MDG_GN002 indicates that a parameter or attribute value exceeds the maximum length allowed in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to save or process data that does not conform to the defined length restrictions for certain fields.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The value being entered for a specific field exceeds the maximum length defined in the data model or database table.
  Data Model Configuration: The data model may have been configured with specific length restrictions that are not being adhered to.
  Input Data: The data being imported or entered may contain unexpected characters or formatting that increases its length.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the data model to determine the maximum allowed length for the attribute in question. This can usually be found in the MDG data model configuration.
  Trim Input Data: If the input data is exceeding the