How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN187 - Key fields of set type can only be & characters long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Key fields of set type can only be & characters long

What causes this issue?

The total length of the attributes selected as key fields must not
exceed a certain number of characters due to restrictions in the
People-Centric UI. The maximum length allowed depends on the combination
of features you choose. These are as follows:
The <LS>Multiple Use</> and <LS>Field is Key</> indicators are both set
If <LS>Organization-Independent</> is selected in the
<LS>Characteristics</> box, the length is restricted to a maximum of 68
characters.
If <LS>Distribution-Chain-Dependent</> is selected in the
<LS>Characteristics</> box, the length is restricted to a maximum of 26
characters.
The <LS>Multiple Use</> indicator is not set but the <LS>Field is Key</>
indicator is set
It is only possible to select <LS>Organization-Independent</> in the
<LS>Organizational Dependency</> field in the <LS>Characteristics</>
box.
The length is restricted to a maximum of 68 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?

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 COM_ATTRFRG_GEN187 - Key fields of set type can only be & characters long ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN187 indicates that there is an issue with the length of key fields in a set type. Specifically, it states that key fields of a set type can only be a certain number of characters long, which is typically defined by the system or the specific configuration of the set type.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to define or use a key field in a set type that exceeds the allowed character length. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When creating or modifying a set type in the SAP system.
  When trying to assign a key field that has a length greater than the defined limit.
  When importing or exporting data that does not conform to the expected key field length.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Set Type Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the set type is defined (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary).
  Review the definition of the set type and check the maximum length allowed for key fields.
  
  
  
  Modify Key Field Length:
  
  If you have control over the set type definition, adjust the key field length to ensure it complies with the system's requirements.
  If the key field is being defined in a custom program or report, ensure that the length of the key field being used does not exceed the allowed limit.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If you are importing data, validate the data to ensure that all key fields conform to the required length before attempting the import again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the set type and its constraints.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Module) that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the set type in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.