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