How To Fix 5C149 - The beginning of the last column (&) may be 235 maximum

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 149

• Message text: The beginning of the last column (&) may be 235 maximum

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C149 - The beginning of the last column (&) may be 235 maximum ?

  The SAP error message 5C149 indicates that there is an issue with the length of a column in a data structure, specifically that the beginning of the last column exceeds the maximum allowed length of 235 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of data uploads, data transfers, or when working with certain SAP transactions that involve data structures, such as when creating or modifying database tables or structures.
  Cause:
  
  Column Length Exceeded: The error is primarily caused by a column in a data structure (like a table or a report) that has a defined length that exceeds the maximum limit of 235 characters.
  Data Upload Issues: If you are uploading data from an external source (like a CSV file), the data in one of the columns may be longer than the defined length in the SAP data structure.
  Incorrect Data Mapping: During data mapping, if the source data has longer fields than the target structure in SAP, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Structure: Review the data structure (table or report) to ensure that the column definitions are correct and that no column exceeds the maximum length of 235 characters.
  Adjust Column Length: If possible, modify the column definition in the data structure to accommodate longer data. This may involve changing the data type or increasing the length of the column.
  Data Truncation: If you cannot change the column length, consider truncating the data in the source file or during the upload process to ensure it fits within the allowed length.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks before uploading data to ensure that no field exceeds the maximum length. This can help prevent the error from occurring in the first place.
  Review Mapping Logic: If you are using a data mapping tool or process, review the mapping logic to ensure that it correctly handles the lengths of the fields being transferred.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its documentation and may have specific recommendations for your version.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you analyze or modify data structures, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE14 (Database Utility).
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise from the changes made.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5C149 and ensure that your data structures are correctly defined and managed within SAP.