How To Fix MGV019 - The field for external material numbers is not long enough

MGV019 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MGV - Messages for material versions

• Message number: 019

• Message text: The field for external material numbers is not long enough

What causes this issue?

The material number &v1& should be written in a field that is &v2&
characters long. However this length is not sufficient.

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

Inform your system administrator and create an SAP customer message.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MGV019 - The field for external material numbers is not long enough ?

  The SAP error message MGV019, which states "The field for external material numbers is not long enough," typically occurs when you are trying to enter an external material number that exceeds the maximum length defined in the system. This can happen in various transactions or processes where external material numbers are used, such as during material master creation or updates.
  
  Cause:
  
  Length Limitation: The external material number field has a predefined length in the SAP system (usually 18 characters for the material number). If you attempt to enter a number longer than this limit, the system will trigger this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for material numbers may not be aligned with the requirements of your business processes, leading to discrepancies in expected lengths.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Material Number Length: Ensure that the external material number you are trying to enter does not exceed the maximum length allowed by SAP. If it does, you will