How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ343 - Length of &1 exceeds allowable length of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 343

• Message text: Length of &1 exceeds allowable length of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ343 - Length of &1 exceeds allowable length of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ343 Length of &1 exceeds allowable length of &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a certain field's value exceeds the predefined length limit set in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when entering data for transportation requests, freight orders, or other related objects.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the length of a specific field (denoted by &1) exceeds the maximum allowable length (denoted by &2). This could be due to:
  
  Inputting a value that is too long for a specific field (e.g., a description, name, or identifier).
  Data being imported or transferred from another system that does not conform to the length restrictions in SAP.
  Custom developments or enhancements that may not have been properly configured to respect the length limits.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Check the error message to identify which specific field is causing the issue. The placeholders &1 and &2 will be replaced with the actual field name and the maximum length, respectively.
  
  
  Review Input Data: Look at the data you are trying to enter or process. Ensure that the length of the input does not exceed the maximum length specified in the error message.
  
  
  Modify Input: If you find that the input exceeds the allowable length, modify the input to fit within the specified limits. This may involve shortening text, abbreviating names, or otherwise adjusting the data.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the error occurs during data import or transfer, check the configuration of the data transfer process to ensure that it respects the length limits of the target fields in SAP.
  
  
  Custom Development: If you are using custom fields or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it adheres to the length restrictions defined in the data model.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Lengths: You can find the allowable lengths for various fields in the SAP data dictionary (transaction SE11) or by consulting the relevant documentation for the specific module you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance.
  Debugging: If the issue persists and is difficult to diagnose, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and identify where the length violation occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/TRQ343 error and ensure that your data conforms to the required specifications.