How To Fix CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK008 - Width of table &1 is &2 fields; quota is &3; Sum must be <= &4 fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK - Custom Fields: Messages for Registry Check

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Width of table &1 is &2 fields; quota is &3; Sum must be <= &4 fields

What causes this issue?

The number of reserved fields is too big. The quota of all registered
includes <(>&<)>3 plus the number of table fields without the existing
fields in the registered includes <(>&<)>2 must be <= <(>&<)>4.

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?

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 CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK008 - Width of table &1 is &2 fields; quota is &3; Sum must be <= &4 fields ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REGISTRY_CHECK008 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a table in the SAP system, specifically related to the width of the table and the quota of fields allowed. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  Cause:
  
  Table Width Exceeded: The error occurs when the total number of fields defined in a table exceeds the allowed quota. The message specifies the actual width of the table (&2 fields) and the quota limit (&3 fields), indicating that the sum of the fields must be less than or equal to the specified limit (&4 fields).
  Configuration Issues: This can happen due to incorrect configuration settings or changes made to the table structure that increase the number of fields beyond the allowed limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Table Structure: Check the structure of the table mentioned in the error message (&1). You can do this by navigating to the Data Dictionary (SE11) and reviewing the fields defined in the table.
  Reduce Field Count: If the number of fields exceeds the quota, consider removing unnecessary fields or consolidating data into fewer fields if possible.
  Adjust Quota Settings: If the business requirements necessitate a larger number of fields, you may need to consult with your SAP Basis or development team to see if the quota can be adjusted. This may involve changes in system settings or configurations.
  Check for Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements that have added fields to the table, review those changes and determine if they can be optimized or removed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view and modify table structures, and SE80 (Object Navigator) for broader development tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Performance Considerations: Be mindful that reducing the number of fields in a table can have implications for data integrity and application performance, so any changes should be thoroughly tested.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.