How To Fix 0S210 - The SQL statement is more than 64,000 characters long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0S - Messages for the SQL trace

• Message number: 210

• Message text: The SQL statement is more than 64,000 characters long

What causes this issue?

A maximum length of 64,000 characters is provided for an SQL statement.
This SQL statement is longer.

System Response

The system truncates the SQL statement after 64,000 characters.

How to fix this error?

You can view the SQL trace record in the SQL trace by pressing F8.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0S210 - The SQL statement is more than 64,000 characters long ?

  The SAP error message 0S210 indicates that an SQL statement exceeds the maximum allowed length of 64,000 characters. This limitation is typically encountered in environments where large SQL queries are generated, such as in complex reports, data extraction processes, or when using certain tools that generate SQL dynamically.
  Cause:
  
  Complex Queries: The SQL statement may be generated from complex joins, subqueries, or large IN clauses that exceed the character limit.
  Dynamic SQL Generation: If SQL is being constructed dynamically in a program or report, it may inadvertently exceed the limit due to concatenation of strings or large datasets.
  Data Volume: Queries that attempt to pull large volumes of data or involve extensive filtering criteria can lead to lengthy SQL statements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Optimize SQL Queries:
  
  Break Down Queries: If possible, break the SQL statement into smaller, more manageable parts. This can involve creating temporary tables or views to store intermediate results.
  Use Subqueries: Instead of a single large query, consider using subqueries or Common Table Expressions (CTEs) to simplify the main query.
  Limit Data Retrieval: Use more specific WHERE clauses to limit the amount of data being processed at once.
  
  
  
  Review Dynamic SQL Generation:
  
  If the SQL is being generated dynamically, review the logic to ensure that it is not unnecessarily concatenating large strings.
  Consider using parameterized queries or stored procedures to handle complex logic without exceeding the character limit.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Tools:
  
  If you are using SAP BW or similar tools, consider using the built-in data extraction and reporting functionalities that are optimized for performance and do not generate excessively long SQL statements.
  
  
  
  Database Configuration:
  
  In some cases, it may be possible to adjust database settings or configurations, but this is generally not recommended as a first step and should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific recommendations or patches related to this error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Performance Tuning: Consider engaging in performance tuning practices for your database and queries to ensure efficient data retrieval without hitting limits.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module or tool you are using to understand best practices for SQL query construction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 0S210 and optimize your SQL queries to stay within the character limit.