How To Fix CNV184 - The generated SQL condition is too long (portion &1, condition &2)


CNV184 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: CNV - Conversion: Messages for Conversion Services (CNCC)

  • Message number: 184

  • Message text: The generated SQL condition is too long (portion &1, condition &2)

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  • What causes this issue?

    The generated SQL condition is too long (portion &V1&, condition &V2&).
    This can happen if the values of the partitioning field are too long as
    well.

    System Response

    The entries are saved in spite of the error in the tables CNVCONDITIONS
    or CNVCONDITIONS_DI.

    How to fix this error?

    Check the corresponding entries in the tables CNVCONDITIONS or
    CNVCONDITIONS_DI and correct the conditions manually if required.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


CNV184 - Details

  • The SAP error message CNV184, which states "The generated SQL condition is too long (portion &1, condition &2)," typically occurs during data migration or transformation processes, particularly when using SAP's Data Migration tools or during the execution of SQL queries that exceed the maximum length allowed for SQL conditions.
    
    Cause: SQL Condition Length: The error is primarily caused by the SQL condition string exceeding the maximum length that the database can handle. This can happen when there are too many entries in an IN clause or when concatenating multiple conditions results in a very long SQL statement. Data Volume: If you are trying to process a large volume of data or have a large number of conditions being generated dynamically, it can lead to this error. Complex Queries: Complex queries with multiple joins, subqueries, or conditions can also contribute to the length of the SQL statement.
    Solution: Reduce the Number of Conditions: If possible, try to

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