How To Fix 14022 - CPIC output overflow

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 14 - Task handler messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: CPIC output overflow

What causes this issue?

The RFC/ABAP layer of the kernel has already overwritten the CPIC area
provided in the kernel.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 14022 - CPIC output overflow ?

  The SAP error message "14022 CPIC output overflow" typically indicates that there is an issue with the communication between the SAP system and the database or another system. This error is related to the Common Programming Interface for Communication (CPIC), which is used for communication between SAP systems and external systems.
  Cause:
  
  Data Volume: The error often occurs when the amount of data being sent exceeds the buffer size allocated for CPIC communication. This can happen during large data transfers or when processing large result sets.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or the database can lead to this error.
  Network Issues: Problems with the network connection can also cause communication issues, leading to overflow errors.
  Resource Limitations: Insufficient memory or other system resources can contribute to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Increase Buffer Size: If the error is due to data volume, consider increasing the buffer size for CPIC communication. This can be done by adjusting the relevant parameters in the SAP system configuration.
  Optimize Queries: If the error occurs during data retrieval, try to optimize the SQL queries to reduce the amount of data being processed at once. Use pagination or limit the number of records fetched.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for both the SAP system and the database to ensure they are set correctly for your environment.
  Monitor System Resources: Check the system resources (memory, CPU, etc.) to ensure that there are no bottlenecks. If necessary, allocate more resources to the SAP system.
  Network Stability: Ensure that the network connection between the SAP system and the database or external system is stable and has sufficient bandwidth.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates that can resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on CPIC and communication errors.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to gather more information about the error and its context.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further investigation.