How To Fix CD049 - Table &1 is too long. Maximum length is 27.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CD - Change Documents

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Table &1 is too long. Maximum length is 27.

What causes this issue?

A parameter with a 2 character prefix is created for the table name
change interface (function module).
As the maximum length of an updatable function parameter is 29
characters, the table name can only have 27 characters.

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?

Choose another table name, for example a structure which includes the
desired table.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CD049 - Table &1 is too long. Maximum length is 27. ?

  The SAP error message CD049 indicates that a specific table field (denoted as &1 in the error message) exceeds the maximum allowed length of 27 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of customizing or configuring certain SAP modules, particularly in the area of master data or configuration tables.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to enter or process a value in a table field that exceeds the defined maximum length. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or modifying entries in a configuration table.
  When importing data that includes fields with values longer than the allowed length.
  When using custom programs or enhancements that do not adhere to the field length restrictions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CD049 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Determine which specific field (table &1) is causing the error. This information is usually provided in the error message.
  
  
  Check Field Length: Review the data you are trying to enter or process. Ensure that the values for the identified field do not exceed the maximum length of 27 characters.
  
  
  Modify Data: If the data exceeds the limit, you will need to truncate or modify the data to fit within the allowed length. This may involve:
  
  Shortening text entries.
  Using abbreviations or codes instead of full descriptions.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If the error arises from custom ABAP programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it respects the field length constraints. Adjust the logic to handle data appropriately.
  
  
  Data Import/Upload: If the error occurs during data import (e.g., using LSMW, BAPIs, or other data upload methods), ensure that the source data is cleaned and conforms to the field length requirements before the upload.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or the data dictionary (SE11) to understand the structure and constraints of the relevant table.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the structure of the table and field definitions.
  Debugging: If the error is not straightforward, consider using the debugger to trace where the error occurs in the program logic.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CD049 error and ensure that your data complies with the defined constraints in SAP.