How To Fix UCT8241 - Value "&1" exceeds length of source field &2

UCT8241 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCT8 - Message class for UCT8(mapping)

• Message number: 241

• Message text: Value "&1" exceeds length of source field &2

What causes this issue?

The system derives the value of the source field &V2& from the mapping
rule and the target selection. It uses the value for the source
selection to read the source data. However, the resulting value '&V1&'
exceeds the length of source field &V2&.

System Response

'&V1&' is invalid as a value for source field &V2&. The system cannot
read the source data.

How to fix this error?

Examine the source and target fields in the mapping rule. Check whether
the InfoObject of source field &V2& is suitable. You may need to use a
different InfoObject with a greater length.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCT8241 - Value "&1" exceeds length of source field &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCT8241 indicates that a value being processed exceeds the defined length of the source field in the system. This typically occurs when data being inputted or processed is longer than what the system can accommodate for a specific field.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Input Error: The value being entered or processed is longer than the maximum length defined for that field in the database or data structure.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or upload processes, if the source data contains longer strings than the target field can handle, this error can occur.
  
  Configuration Issues: The field length may not be properly configured in the system settings or data model.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they may not be handling the data correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the definition of the source field in the relevant data structure or database table to confirm its maximum length.
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