How To Fix UGMD415 - Length of field &1 is incompatible with role &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UGMD - FIN Master Data: Messages

• Message number: 415

• Message text: Length of field &1 is incompatible with role &2

What causes this issue?

You have assigned the role &v2& to field &v1&. This is not permitted as
the role presupposes the length &v3&, but field &v1& has length &v4&.

System Response

You are unable to save the change.

How to fix this error?

Adapt the definition of field &v1& or else delete the role assignment.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UGMD415 - Length of field &1 is incompatible with role &2 ?

  The SAP error message UGMD415 indicates that there is a mismatch between the length of a field and the expected length defined for a specific role in the system. This error typically arises in the context of user roles and authorizations, particularly when dealing with user master records or role assignments.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A field in a user master record (or another relevant data structure) has a length that does not match the length defined for that field in the role configuration.
  This can happen if there have been changes to the field definitions, such as an increase or decrease in the length of a field, and the role has not been updated accordingly.
  It may also occur if there is a custom implementation or enhancement that modifies the expected data structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UGMD415 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Lengths:
  
  Identify the field (&1) mentioned in the error message and check its defined length in the relevant data dictionary (e.g., Data Element or Domain).
  Compare this with the expected length defined for the role (&2).
  
  
  
  Update Role Configuration:
  
  If the field length has changed, update the role configuration to match the new field length.
  This may involve modifying the role in transaction PFCG or adjusting the relevant authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements that affect user master data or role assignments, review the code to ensure it adheres to the expected field lengths.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If changes were made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the role assignment or user master record creation to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to user roles and authorizations for any specific guidance or known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PFCG (Role Maintenance), SU01 (User Maintenance), SUIM (User Information System).
  Authorization Objects: Check the relevant authorization objects that may be linked to the role and field in question.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to UGMD415 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP Basis or Security expert for further assistance.