How To Fix MDG_MDF024 - Characteristic &3: The value is too long (&1 is greater than &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_MDF - Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Characteristic &3: The value is too long (&1 is greater than &2)

What causes this issue?

The value entered has &V1& characters. But a maximum of &V2& characters
are permitted for the entry format of characteristic &V3&.

System Response

Entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_MDF024 - Characteristic &3: The value is too long (&1 is greater than &2) ?

  The SAP error message MDG_MDF024 indicates that a characteristic value you are trying to enter in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system exceeds the maximum allowed length. The message specifies that the value you are trying to input is longer than the defined limit for that characteristic.
  Cause:
  
  The error occurs when the length of the input value for a characteristic exceeds the maximum length defined in the data model or the field settings in SAP.
  For example, if you are trying to enter a string that is 30 characters long into a field that only allows 20 characters, you will receive this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Characteristic Definition: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration in the SAP system where the characteristic is defined. Check the maximum length allowed for that characteristic.
  
  
  
  Modify the Input Value:
  
  Shorten the value you are trying to enter so that it fits within the allowed length. Ensure that the new value is meaningful and adheres to any business rules.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Field Length (if applicable):
  
  If it is necessary for your business process to allow longer values, you may need to adjust the field length in the data model. This typically requires configuration changes in the MDG system and should be done with caution, as it may affect other areas of the system.
  Consult with your SAP MDG administrator or a technical consultant to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Validation Rules:
  
  Review any validation rules that may be in place for the characteristic to ensure that they are not overly restrictive.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like MDGIMG to access the configuration settings for MDG.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for MDG to understand the characteristics and their configurations better.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the input thoroughly to confirm that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.