How To Fix /SMB/FKCHK105 - Field &1 has length less than input data &2. Tab.: &3. &4

/SMB/FKCHK105 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/FKCHK -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Field &1 has length less than input data &2. Tab.: &3. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK105 - Field &1 has length less than input data &2. Tab.: &3. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/FKCHK105 Field &1 has length less than input data &2. Tab.: &3. &4 typically indicates that there is a mismatch between the length of the data being input into a specific field and the defined length of that field in the database table. This error is often encountered during data entry or data import processes, particularly in financial or accounting modules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The data being entered into a field exceeds the maximum length defined for that field in the database table.
  Incorrect Data Formatting: The data may not be formatted correctly, leading to an unexpected length.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external source, the source data may not conform to the expected field lengths in SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the relevant database table (as indicated by &3 in the error message) to understand the maximum allowed length for