How To Fix W8113 - Result (length &) is too short for source (length &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W8 - Workflow: Expressions, data flow

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Result (length &) is too short for source (length &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W8113 - Result (length &) is too short for source (length &) ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W8113 - Result (length &) is too short for source (length &)
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs when a string or data field is being moved or assigned from a source to a target, but the length of the target field is shorter than the length of the source field. Essentially, the target cannot hold the entire content of the source, which may lead to truncation or data loss.
  For example, if you try to move a string of length 10 into a variable or field of length 5, SAP raises this warning to indicate that the target is too short.
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During data assignment or MOVE operations.
  When concatenating or manipulating strings.
  When passing parameters between function modules or methods where the receiving parameter length is shorter than the sending parameter.
  When working with internal tables or structures where field lengths mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Lengths:
  
  Verify the length of both source and target fields. Ensure the target field length is equal to or greater than the source field length.
  
  
  Adjust Target Length:
  
  If possible, increase the length of the target field to accommodate the source data fully.
  
  
  Truncate Source Data Explicitly:
  
  If the target length cannot be changed, explicitly truncate the source data before assignment to avoid unexpected truncation.
  target = source( target_length ).
  
  
  Use Proper Data Types:
  
  Use compatible data types and lengths when defining variables, parameters, or structures.
  
  
  Check Interfaces:
  
  When passing data between programs, function modules, or classes, ensure the interface definitions match in terms of data length.
  
  
  Debug and Analyze:
  
  Use the debugger or runtime analysis to identify where the assignment happens and which fields are involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This is a warning message (W), not an error, so the program may continue but with potential data loss.
  It is important to handle this warning to avoid unexpected behavior or incorrect data processing.
  Similar messages include W8112 (Result is too short for source) or other length mismatch warnings.
  SAP Notes and documentation on string handling and data assignment can provide additional guidance.
  In ABAP, always be cautious with string operations and field length compatibility.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Message
  W8113 - Result (length &) is too short for source (length &)
  
  
  Cause
  Target field length is shorter than source field length during assignment
  
  
  Effect
  Potential truncation or data loss
  
  
  Solution
  Adjust target length, truncate source explicitly, or ensure compatible data types and lengths
  
  
  
  
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