How To Fix SY194 - Target object '&' has incorrect type or length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Target object '&' has incorrect type or length

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY194 - Target object '&' has incorrect type or length ?

  The SAP error message SY194 indicates that there is a mismatch in the type or length of a target object in your ABAP program. This typically occurs when you are trying to assign a value to a variable or field that does not match the expected data type or length defined for that variable or field.
  Causes of SY194
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: You are trying to assign a value of one data type to a variable of another incompatible data type. For example, assigning a character string to a numeric field.
  
  
  Length Mismatch: The length of the data being assigned exceeds the defined length of the target variable. For instance, if you have a target field defined as CHAR(10) and you try to assign a string of length 15, this error will occur.
  
  
  Structure or Table Field Issues: If you are working with structures or internal tables, the fields may not match in terms of data type or length.
  
  
  Function Module or Method Calls: If you are passing parameters to a function module or method, the types and lengths of the parameters must match the definitions in the function module or method signature.
  
  
  Solutions to SY194
  
  
  Check Data Types: Review the data types of the variables involved in the assignment. Ensure that they are compatible. You can use the ABAP Data Dictionary (SE11) to check the definitions.
  
  
  Adjust Lengths: If the length of the data being assigned exceeds the target variable's length, consider either increasing the length of the target variable or truncating the data being assigned.
  
  
  Use Type Casting: If necessary, use type casting to convert data types explicitly. For example, you can use CAST or CONVERT statements to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify the exact line where the error occurs. This will help you understand which variables are causing the issue.
  
  
  Check Function Module Signatures: If the error occurs during a function call, verify that the parameters being passed match the expected types and lengths in the function module's interface.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  ABAP Data Types: Familiarize yourself with the various data types in ABAP, such as CHAR, NUMC, DATS, TIMS, etc., and their respective lengths.
  Data Dictionary (SE11): Use the Data Dictionary to check the definitions of database tables, structures, and data elements.
  ABAP Debugger: Utilize the ABAP debugger to analyze variable values and types at runtime, which can help pinpoint the source of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the SY194 error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SY194 error in your ABAP program.