How To Fix BU126 - Replaced text exceeds field length

BU126 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BU - Industry-specific short text replacement

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Replaced text exceeds field length

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BU126 - Replaced text exceeds field length ?

  The SAP error message BU126, which states "Replaced text exceeds field length," typically occurs when the text being entered or replaced in a field exceeds the maximum allowable length for that field. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering text in a sales order, purchase order, or any other document that has text fields with specific length limitations.
  
  Cause:
  
  Text Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the text you are trying to enter or replace in a field exceeds the defined character limit for that field.
  Field Configuration: The field may have been configured with a specific length in the database or application settings, and the input does not comply with this configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system, it may contain longer text strings that do not fit into the SAP field lengths.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field length specifications for