Message type: E = Error
Message class: 5P - Error Messages for Schema, Pers.Calc.Rule and Feature Checks
Message number: 355
Message text: Subfield length exceeds field limit
The length of the subfield as of the specified position is greater than
the remaining length of the field in question as of the specified
position. Please correct your entries.
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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5P355
- Subfield length exceeds field limit ?The SAP error message 5P355 ("Subfield length exceeds field limit") typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a value to a subfield that exceeds the defined length of that field in the data structure. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry, data processing, or when interfacing with external systems.
Cause: Data Length Exceedance: The primary cause of this error is that the data being processed is longer than the maximum length defined for the subfield in the data structure. Incorrect Mapping: If you are working with data mappings (e.g., in IDocs, BAPIs, or custom programs), the source data might not match the expected length of the target fields.
Configuration Issues: In some cases, configuration settings in the SAP system may not align with the data being processed, leading to length mismatches.
Solution: Check Field Lengths: Review the data structure definitions (e.g., data elements, domains) to ensure that the lengths of
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