How To Fix C1316 - Maximum number of characters: &

C1316 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 316

• Message text: Maximum number of characters: &

What causes this issue?

In a numeric template, the total number of characters before and
after the decimal point is limited. You have tried to define a template
which exceeds this limit. The maximum number of characters given
in the error message refers to purely numeric characters, excluding
plus or minus signs, periods, commas, and exponents.

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?

Reduce the number of numeric characters either before or after the
decimal point.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1316 - Maximum number of characters: & ?

  The SAP error message C1316, which states "Maximum number of characters: &", typically occurs when a user tries to input a string that exceeds the allowed character limit for a specific field in an SAP application. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering data in a form, uploading files, or processing transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by exceeding the predefined character limit for a specific field. Each field in SAP has a maximum number of characters that can be entered, and if the input exceeds this limit, the system generates this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the C1316 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field where the error occurred and check the maximum character limit. This information can usually be found in the field's documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Reduce Input Length: Modify your input to ensure it does not exceed the maximum