How To Fix AD559 - Table & is too wide to display (& bytes).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 559

• Message text: Table & is too wide to display (& bytes).

What causes this issue?

You tried to display a table with a line width that exceeds the size of
an SAP paging block (8K). This is not possible, since an internal table
with the same dimensions as the specified table has been created. No
more than one line of this internal table may be in a paging block.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Please choose a different table for display.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD559 - Table & is too wide to display (& bytes). ?

  The SAP error message AD559 indicates that a specific table is too wide to be displayed in the current context, meaning that the total size of the table exceeds the maximum limit that can be handled by the display function in SAP. This typically occurs when you are trying to view a table with a large number of fields or when the total byte size of the fields in the table exceeds the allowable limit.
  Cause:
  
  Table Structure: The table has a large number of fields or the fields have large data types, resulting in a total size that exceeds the display limit.
  Data Volume: The amount of data being retrieved from the table is too large for the display function to handle.
  System Limitations: SAP has certain limitations on how much data can be displayed at once, which can vary based on the version and configuration of the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Limit the Data Displayed:
  
  Use selection criteria to filter the data being retrieved. This can be done by specifying conditions in the selection screen to limit the number of records or fields displayed.
  Instead of displaying all fields, consider selecting only the necessary fields that you need to view.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Tools:
  
  If you need to analyze the data, consider using transaction codes like SE16N or SE11, which may provide more flexibility in viewing large tables.
  Export the data to a file (e.g., CSV or Excel) for analysis outside of SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Table Structure:
  
  Review the structure of the table to see if there are unnecessary fields that can be removed or if the data types can be optimized to reduce the overall size.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates regarding this error message. There may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Increase Display Limits (if applicable):
  
  In some cases, it may be possible to adjust system parameters to increase the limits for displaying data. This should be done with caution and typically requires administrative access.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16N (General Table Display), SE80 (Object Navigator).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for best practices on handling large datasets and optimizing table structures.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance.