How To Fix ME759 - Length of field & differs from length of database field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 759

• Message text: Length of field & differs from length of database field

What causes this issue?

IDoc field & contains a character string containing more characters
than are allowed in the associated field of the application. For
example, the PO number in the IDoc has 11 characters, whereas the SAP
System allows a PO number comprising 10 characters only.

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?

Check the IDoc with regard to this field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME759 - Length of field & differs from length of database field ?

  The SAP error message ME759, which states "Length of field & differs from length of database field," typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) when there is a mismatch between the length of a field in a program or report and the corresponding field in the database table.
  Cause:
  
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the length of a field defined in the ABAP program or report does not match the length of the corresponding field in the database table. This can happen if the database schema has been changed (e.g., a field was altered to be longer or shorter) but the ABAP program has not been updated accordingly.
  
  
  Data Dictionary Changes: If there have been recent changes to the data dictionary (like changes in the structure of a table or a data element), and the program has not been regenerated or adjusted to reflect these changes, this error can occur.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements that involve database fields, and the lengths are not consistent, this error may arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Lengths: Verify the length of the field in the database table (using transaction SE11) and compare it with the length defined in the ABAP program or report. Make sure they match.
  
  
  Adjust ABAP Code: If the field length in the ABAP program is incorrect, modify the program to match the database field length. This may involve changing the data type or length of the variable in the ABAP code.
  
  
  Regenerate Objects: If the database structure has changed, regenerate the affected ABAP programs or reports. This can be done by activating the program in the ABAP Workbench (transaction SE80 or SE38).
  
  
  Transport Requests: If the changes were made in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the quality and production environments properly.
  
  
  Check for Enhancements: If there are any enhancements or modifications in the program, ensure that they are also updated to reflect the correct field lengths.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 to check the data dictionary, SE80 for object navigation, and SE38 for executing ABAP programs.
  Debugging: If the error persists, consider debugging the program to identify where the mismatch occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME759 error and ensure that the field lengths are consistent between your ABAP programs and the database tables.