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How To Fix SPOC090 - Incorrect length for structure &1 as parameter for &2 (&3)


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SPOC - Spool: C Call Messages

  • Message number: 090

  • Message text: Incorrect length for structure &1 as parameter for &2 (&3)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPOC090 - Incorrect length for structure &1 as parameter for &2 (&3) ?

    The SAP error message SPOC090 indicates that there is an issue with the length of a structure being passed as a parameter in a function module or method. This error typically arises when the length of the data being sent does not match the expected length defined in the structure.

    Cause:

    1. Mismatch in Structure Definition: The structure being passed as a parameter may have been defined with a different length than what is expected by the function module or method.
    2. Data Type Issues: The data type of the fields in the structure may not match the expected data types in the receiving function or method.
    3. Changes in Data Model: If there have been recent changes to the data model or structure definitions, it may lead to inconsistencies.
    4. Incorrect Data Population: The data being populated into the structure may not conform to the expected length or format.

    Solution:

    1. Check Structure Definition: Verify the definition of the structure being passed as a parameter. Ensure that it matches the expected definition in the function module or method.
    2. Review Function Module/Method Signature: Look at the function module or method signature to confirm the expected length and data types of the parameters.
    3. Adjust Data Population: Ensure that the data being populated into the structure adheres to the defined lengths and types. You may need to truncate or pad data as necessary.
    4. Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution and identify where the mismatch occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact location of the error.
    5. Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs to see if there have been recent changes that could affect the structure or function module.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure definitions and SE37 (Function Module) to review the function module details.
    • SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific function module or structure you are working with.
    • Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the SPOC090 error message in SAP.

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