How To Fix AD126 - Length of & is greater than &

AD126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Length of & is greater than &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD126 - Length of & is greater than & ?

  The SAP error message AD126, which states "Length of & is greater than &," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the expected length of a field and the actual length of the data being processed. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when dealing with data input, file uploads, or data transfers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The most common cause is that the data being entered or processed exceeds the defined length of the field in the database or data structure.
  Data Mapping Issues: If data is being transferred between systems or modules, there may be a mismatch in the field definitions.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to this error, especially if custom fields or structures are involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the relevant data structure or database table. Ensure that the data being input or processed does not exceed the defined