How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL102 - Field &1: Length must be larger than &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_ADSO_MODEL - Messages related to the Datastore Object Backend

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Field &1: Length must be larger than &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL102 - Field &1: Length must be larger than &2 ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL102 typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when working with Advanced DataStore Objects (ADSO). This error indicates that a field in your data model has a defined length that is smaller than the data being loaded or processed. 
  Cause:
  The error message "Field &1: Length must be larger than &2" suggests that:
  
  &1 represents the name of the field that is causing the issue.
  &2 represents the maximum length that is currently defined for that field.
  
  This situation can arise when:
  
  The data being loaded into the field exceeds the defined length in the ADSO structure.
  There is a mismatch between the source data structure and the target ADSO structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Lengths:
  
  Go to the DataStore Object (DSO) definition in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Identify the field mentioned in the error message and check its defined length.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Length:
  
  If the field length is indeed too short for the incoming data, you will need to increase the length of the field in the ADSO definition.
  Make sure to consider the maximum length of the data that will be loaded into this field.
  
  
  
  Re-activate the ADSO:
  
  After making changes to the field length, you will need to re-activate the ADSO to apply the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Source Data:
  
  Ensure that the source data being loaded into the ADSO is correctly formatted and does not contain unexpected long values.
  
  
  
  Test the Data Load:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test data load to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Data Modeling: Understanding how to model data in SAP BW, especially with ADSOs, is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the properties and settings of ADSOs.
  Data Types: Be aware of the different data types and their maximum lengths in SAP BW. For example, CHAR, STRING, and NUMC have different length constraints.
  Error Logs: Always check the error logs for additional context or related errors that may provide further insight into the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL102 error and ensure that your data model is correctly configured to handle the incoming data.