How To Fix 5P262 - &: Feature & has no space for addt'l key characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks

• Message number: 262

• Message text: &: Feature & has no space for addt'l key characters

What causes this issue?

You are using a decision operation that fills the variable key with a
specification of a certain length. However, the variable key does not
have sufficient space for this specification.

How to fix this error?

You have two options:
You decide that only a part of the specification is important for the
query, and can then shorten the specification by defining the offset
and length.
If you require the full length of the specification, you must move the
query to a subfeature which is called with the operation FLDID.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5P262 - &: Feature & has no space for addt'l key characters ?

  The SAP error message 5P262 indicates that a specific feature in the system does not have enough space to accommodate additional key characters. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a configurable material.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Space: The feature in question has a defined limit on the number of key characters it can hold, and the attempt to add more characters exceeds this limit.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for the material or the characteristics may not have been set up to allow for the required number of key characters.
  Data Model Limitations: The underlying data model may have constraints that prevent the addition of more key characters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Feature Configuration: Check the configuration of the feature in the variant configuration. Ensure that the feature is set up correctly and that it can accommodate the required number of key characters.
  Increase Character Limit: If possible, modify the configuration to increase the limit of key characters for the feature. This may involve changing settings in the characteristic or feature definition.
  Check Characteristic Settings: Review the settings of the characteristics associated with the feature. Ensure that they are defined correctly and that they allow for the necessary key characters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring features and characteristics in variant configuration.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CU01 (Create Characteristics), CU02 (Change Characteristics), or CU03 (Display Characteristics) to manage characteristics and features.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration limits.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the configuration works as expected and that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5P262 and ensure that your variant configuration is set up correctly.