How To Fix AD852 - Length of table & > &. Conversion not possible in type TRANSP

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Length of table & > &. Conversion not possible in type TRANSP

What causes this issue?

The length of the table, i.e. the sum of the field lengths of all the
table fields, is too large for a conversion to a transparent table.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to convert the table, you must either delete fields from
the table or shorten the field lengths, i.e. assign domains with shorter
lengths to the fields.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD852 - Length of table & > &. Conversion not possible in type TRANSP ?

  The SAP error message AD852 indicates that there is a problem with the length of a table field in a transport request. Specifically, it means that the length of the table field exceeds the maximum allowed length for a transparent table in SAP. This can occur during the transport of objects or when trying to activate a table that has been modified.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The length of a field in a transparent table exceeds the maximum limit defined by SAP. For example, if a field is defined with a length greater than 255 characters, it may trigger this error.
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the data types defined in the ABAP Dictionary and the actual data being processed.
  Transport Request Issues: The error can also occur if there are inconsistencies in the transport request or if the transport request is not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Lengths: Review the field definitions in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) for the table in question. Ensure that no field exceeds the maximum length allowed for transparent tables.
  Adjust Data Types: If you find any fields with excessive lengths, consider adjusting their data types or lengths to fit within the allowed limits.
  Recreate Transport Request: If the issue is related to a transport request, try recreating the transport request or re-importing the objects to see if that resolves the issue.
  Check for Modifications: If the table has been modified, ensure that all modifications are consistent and that there are no conflicting definitions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction SE11 to view and modify table definitions, and SE09/SE10 to manage transport requests.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on transparent tables and field length limitations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.