How To Fix A5227 - Too many columns in row &1.


A5227 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: A5 - Summarization in Investment Management

  • Message number: 227

  • Message text: Too many columns in row &1.

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  • What causes this issue?

    Row &V1& of the input file has too many columns.
    The number of allowed columns can be calculated as &V2& from the number
    of column descriptions after the control record in row &V3&.

    System Response

    Processing terminates.

    How to fix this error?

    Check the input file. If it was created by a standard SAP program, you
    may want to contact the SAP Hotline.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


A5227 - Details

  • The SAP error message A5227, "Too many columns in row &1," typically occurs when you are trying to process a data set (like a spreadsheet or a table) that exceeds the maximum number of columns allowed in a particular context within SAP. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when importing data, creating reports, or working with internal tables.
    
    Cause: Exceeding Column Limit: The error is triggered when the number of columns in a row exceeds the predefined limit set by SAP. Different contexts may have different limits, but generally, SAP has a limit on the number of fields (columns) that can be processed in a single row. Data Structure Issues: If you are working with a custom data structure or a specific transaction that has a defined limit, exceeding that limit will lead to this error. Incorrect Data Format: Sometimes, the data being imported or processed may not be formatted correctly, leading

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