How To Fix USMD1A035 - Entity type &1: Max. length of short text exceeded by &2 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1A - Messages: Abstraction Layer

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Entity type &1: Max. length of short text exceeded by &2 characters

What causes this issue?

The short text of the entity type in the data model has a maximum length
that is less than 20 characters. The current short text exceeds this
length.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Adjust the short text.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1A035 - Entity type &1: Max. length of short text exceeded by &2 characters ?

  The SAP error message USMD1A035 indicates that the maximum length of a short text for a specific entity type has been exceeded by a certain number of characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are trying to create or update a master data record, and the short text field exceeds the defined limit.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the input data where the short text field for the specified entity type has more characters than the allowed maximum length. Each entity type in SAP MDG has predefined field lengths, and if the data being entered exceeds this limit, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Entity Type: Check the entity type mentioned in the error message (represented by &1). This will help you understand which specific master data record is causing the issue.
  
  
  Check the Maximum Length: Determine the maximum allowed length for the short text field for that entity type. This information can usually be found in the data model or configuration settings for the specific entity in SAP MDG.
  
  
  Modify the Input Data: Reduce the length of the short text to be within the allowed limit. You can do this by:
  
  Shortening the text.
  Using abbreviations or acronyms where possible.
  Removing unnecessary words or characters.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation: After making the necessary adjustments to the short text, try to save or submit the master data record again.
  
  
  Validation: Ensure that any other fields in the record also comply with their respective length and format requirements to avoid similar errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Lengths: You can find the maximum lengths for various fields in the data model configuration or by consulting the SAP documentation for the specific entity type.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Data Model Configuration: If you have access to the SAP MDG configuration, you can review the data model settings to understand the constraints applied to the short text fields.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.