How To Fix 64896 - List possibly too wide for DIN A4 output

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 896

• Message text: List possibly too wide for DIN A4 output

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64896 - List possibly too wide for DIN A4 output ?

  The SAP error message 64896, which states "List possibly too wide for DIN A4 output," typically occurs when the output of a report or list exceeds the width that can be printed on a standard A4 page. This can happen when there are too many columns or when the column widths are set too wide for the A4 format.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Columns: The report or list has too many columns that, when combined, exceed the printable width of an A4 page.
  Column Widths: Individual column widths may be set too wide, causing the total width to exceed the A4 dimensions.
  Page Layout Settings: The layout settings for the report may not be optimized for A4 printing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Columns: If possible, limit the number of columns displayed in the report. You can do this by selecting only the necessary fields or using selection criteria to filter the data.
  
  
  Adjust Column Widths: Review and adjust the widths of the columns in the report. Make sure that the total width of all columns does not exceed the printable area of an A4 page.
  
  
  Change Page Format: If the report must include all columns, consider changing the page format to a larger size (e.g., A3) if your printing environment allows it.
  
  
  Use Landscape Orientation: If the report is in portrait orientation, switching to landscape orientation can provide more horizontal space for the columns.
  
  
  Modify Output Settings: Check the output settings in the SAP report. Sometimes, there are options to adjust the layout or format of the output.
  
  
  Use SAP ALV Grid: If applicable, consider using the ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid, which allows for better handling of wide lists and provides options for exporting to formats like Excel, where the width limitation is not an issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report you are running to see if there are any recommendations for handling wide lists.
  User Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully print or output your report without exceeding the A4 width limitations.