How To Fix C0314 - - Charact.& &: Enter smaller value than for PPPI_MAXIMUM_TABLE_SIZE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C0 - PP-PI: Messages for PI Sheet and Syntax Checker

• Message number: 314

• Message text: - Charact.& &: Enter smaller value than for PPPI_MAXIMUM_TABLE_SIZE

What causes this issue?

The process instruction is of type "repeated data request".
The following values are defined for the input table:
a minimum size of &V3& lines (characteristic &V1& &V2&)
a maximum size of &V4& lines (characteristic PPPI_MAXIMUM_TABLE_SIZE)
The minimum size, however, may not be larger than the maximum size.

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?

Enter a value for characteristic &V1& &V2& that is smaller than the
value for characteristic PPPI_MINIMUM_TABLE_SIZE.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C0314 - - Charact.& &: Enter smaller value than for PPPI_MAXIMUM_TABLE_SIZE ?

  The SAP error message C0314 indicates that a character or string input exceeds the maximum allowed size for a specific field or table. The error message specifically mentions "PPPI_MAXIMUM_TABLE_SIZE," which refers to a predefined limit in the SAP system for the maximum size of a table or data structure.
  Cause:
  
  
  Exceeding Maximum Size: The primary cause of this error is that the value being entered or processed exceeds the maximum size defined for the table or field in question. This could happen when:
  
  A user is trying to input a string that is too long.
  Data being imported or processed from an external source exceeds the defined limits.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration settings in the SAP system may not be aligned with the data being processed, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values being entered into the system. Ensure that they do not exceed the maximum length defined for the respective field or table. If necessary, truncate or shorten the input values.
  
  
  Review Table Definitions: If you have access to the data dictionary (SE11), check the definition of the table or field in question to understand its maximum size. Adjust your data accordingly.
  
  
  Data Import/Export: If this error occurs during data import or export, ensure that the data being transferred adheres to the size constraints. You may need to preprocess the data to fit within the limits.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the PPPI_MAXIMUM_TABLE_SIZE and any related configuration settings.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you believe the maximum size should be increased, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team. They may need to adjust system parameters or configurations, but this should be done with caution and proper testing.
  
  
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your application or process to catch such errors and provide meaningful feedback to users.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like SE11 for data dictionary, SE37 for function modules, etc.) that can help you investigate the issue further.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.