How To Fix /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW030 - Field Name &1 of UI Struc. &2 must not exceed &3 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Field Name &1 of UI Struc. &2 must not exceed &3 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW030 - Field Name &1 of UI Struc. &2 must not exceed &3 characters ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/FBI_DT_VIEW030 indicates that a specific field in a user interface structure is exceeding the maximum allowed character limit. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP applications that utilize the Business Object Framework (BOF) or similar frameworks where data structures are defined with specific constraints.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  A field in the user interface structure (UI structure) is populated with a value that exceeds the defined maximum length for that field.
  The field name is indicated as &1, the UI structure as &2, and the maximum character limit as &3.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Check the error message for the specific field name (&1) and the UI structure (&2) that is causing the issue.
  
  
  Check the Data: Review the data being input into the field. Ensure that the value does not exceed the maximum character limit specified (&3).
  
  
  Modify Input Data: If the input data exceeds the limit, you will need to either:
  
  Truncate the data to fit within the allowed character limit.
  Modify the data entry process to ensure that users are aware of the character limit and can input valid data.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Length (if applicable): If it is necessary and appropriate, you may consider adjusting the field length in the data structure definition. This typically requires:
  
  Access to the relevant development environment.
  Making changes to the data dictionary or structure definition.
  Testing the changes thoroughly to ensure that they do not introduce other issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant SAP documentation or guidelines regarding the specific UI structure and field definitions to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the application to catch such issues before they result in an error message, providing users with feedback on input limits.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore and modify data structures.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the application behaves as expected and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the data being processed adheres to the defined constraints.