How To Fix /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT103 - Actual length &1 does not match the defined length &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT -

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Actual length &1 does not match the defined length &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT103 - Actual length &1 does not match the defined length &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/CONT_RESTRUCT103 indicates a mismatch between the actual length of a field and the defined length of that field in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of data processing or data transfer, particularly when dealing with structures or fields that have specific length requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Data Mismatch: The actual data being processed exceeds the defined length for a particular field. For example, if a field is defined to hold a maximum of 10 characters, but the data being input is 15 characters long, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the data structure definitions, leading to discrepancies between expected and actual data lengths.
  Data Import/Export: When importing or exporting data, if the source data does not conform to the expected structure defined in SAP, this error can arise.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate data structures, they may not adhere to the defined lengths, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Lengths: Review the data being processed to ensure that it adheres to the defined lengths in the SAP data structure. If the data exceeds the defined length, it needs to be truncated or modified to fit.
  Adjust Field Definitions: If the data legitimately requires a longer length, consider adjusting the field definitions in the relevant data structures to accommodate the actual data length.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the data structure to ensure they are correctly defined and aligned with the data being processed.
  Debug Custom Code: If the error is occurring in a custom program, debug the code to identify where the length mismatch is happening and make necessary adjustments.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks before processing to ensure that all data conforms to the expected lengths.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the definitions of the relevant data structures or SE80 (Object Navigator) for custom developments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data structures and field definitions for best practices on managing data lengths.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.