How To Fix MPN01038 - The output length for the material number is too small

MPN01038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPN01 - MPN Message: Material Master / customizing

• Message number: 038

• Message text: The output length for the material number is too small

What causes this issue?

The combination of manufacturer part number and external manufacturer
is larger than the current output length for the material number. If
the output length of the material number is again set to a value that
is not long enough to use the manufacturer part number and external
manufacturer, the material number can no longer be input.

System Response

In all material fields, the internal material number will be output or
will have to be input.

How to fix this error?

Change your material master records so that the manufacturer part
number is unique or abbreviate the manufacturer part number.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPN01038 - The output length for the material number is too small ?

  The SAP error message MPN01038, which states "The output length for the material number is too small," typically occurs when the system is unable to display or process a material number due to its length exceeding the defined output length in the relevant configuration or program.
  
  Cause:
  
  Material Number Length: The material number in SAP can have a maximum length of 18 characters. If the system is configured to display or process material numbers with a shorter length, it may trigger this error.
  Field Configuration: The output field for the material number in the report or transaction you are using may not be wide enough to accommodate the full length of the material number.
  Custom Programs: If you are using a custom program or report, it may not have been designed to handle the full length of the material number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field length settings in the relevant transaction or report. Ensure