How To Fix 0K515 - Maximum list width & exceeded

0K515 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0K - Messages for "General List Modules"

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Maximum list width & exceeded

What causes this issue?

The sum of the output fields defined in the field catalog exceeds the
maximum list width.
The default maximum list width is 250 characters.

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?

Reduce the number of output fields or set the LAYOUT-MAX_LINESIZE
parameter to a value >= the required list width.
Note that wide lists can be difficult to print.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0K515 - Maximum list width & exceeded ?

  The SAP error message "0K515 Maximum list width exceeded" typically occurs when the output of a report or transaction exceeds the maximum allowable width for the display or print output in SAP. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when generating lists, reports, or outputs that contain a large number of columns or data fields.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Columns: The report or output is trying to display too many columns, exceeding the maximum width allowed by SAP.
  Data Volume: The amount of data being processed or displayed is too large, leading to a situation where the output cannot be rendered within the defined limits.
  Configuration Settings: The settings for the report or transaction may not be optimized for the amount of data being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Reduce the Number of Columns: Modify the report or output to include fewer columns. You can do this by selecting only the necessary fields or using filters to limit the data