How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN030 - Enter a shorter value

COM_ATTRFRG_GEN030 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Enter a shorter value

What causes this issue?

This data type has a maximum allowed number of characters. The length
of the single value or of the lower limit and upper limit exceeds this
maximum length.

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 length of the single value or of the lower limit and upper
limit.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN030 - Enter a shorter value ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN030 with the description "Enter a shorter value" typically occurs when a user attempts to input a value that exceeds the maximum allowed length for a specific field in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering data in a transaction, creating or updating records, or during data uploads.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The value entered in a field exceeds the predefined length limit set in the database or application layer.
  Data Type Restrictions: The field may have specific data type restrictions (e.g., character, numeric) that are being violated.
  Configuration Settings: Custom configurations or enhancements may have altered the expected field lengths.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field's maximum length in the SAP documentation or by checking the data dictionary (transaction SE11) for the relevant table or structure.
  Shorten Input Value: Modify the input value to ensure it is within the allowed length. This may involve abbreviating