How To Fix AD063 - Output length shorter than data length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Output length shorter than data length

What causes this issue?

The output length is the sum of the maximum field length and the
required editing characters (e.g. commas or points) for output.
The output length you specified is smaller than the specified data
length, i.e. only part of an entry might be displayed during output.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

Warning.

How to fix this error?

To be sure that the output of the values is correct, you should select
the value for the output length to be large enough.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD063 - Output length shorter than data length ?

  The SAP error message AD063, which states "Output length shorter than data length," typically occurs in the context of data output operations, such as when trying to display or print data that exceeds the defined output length. This can happen in various scenarios, including reports, forms, or data exports.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Length Definitions: The output length defined for a field in the output format (like a report or form) is shorter than the actual data length being processed. This can occur if the data being outputted has changed (e.g., increased length) but the output format has not been updated accordingly.
  Data Type Issues: If the data type of a field is defined incorrectly or if there are inconsistencies between the data type in the database and the output format, it can lead to this error.
  Field Length Changes: If the underlying database field length has been modified (e.g., increased) but the corresponding output field length has not been adjusted, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the definitions of the fields in both the data source (e.g., database table) and the output format (e.g., report layout, form). Ensure that the output length is sufficient to accommodate the maximum possible length of the data.
  Adjust Output Format: If the output length is indeed shorter, modify the output format to increase the length of the relevant fields. This can be done in the report or form design tool (e.g., SAP Smart Forms, SAPscript, or ABAP report).
  Data Type Consistency: Ensure that the data types are consistent between the source and output. If necessary, adjust the data type definitions to match.
  Testing: After making changes, test the output to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the data is displayed correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms) to access and modify the relevant programs or forms.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugger to trace the data flow and identify where the length mismatch occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output formatting and data handling to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD063 error and ensure that your output operations function correctly.