How To Fix COM_DML_CUST048 - DB index & for DB table & is longer than 250 bytes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_CUST - MDF Messages

• Message number: 048

• Message text: DB index & for DB table & is longer than 250 bytes

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_CUST048 - DB index & for DB table & is longer than 250 bytes ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_CUST048 indicates that a database index for a specific database table is longer than the maximum allowed length of 250 bytes. This typically occurs when the combined length of the fields that make up the index exceeds this limit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Index Definition: The index is defined on multiple fields, and the total length of these fields exceeds 250 bytes.
  Field Types: The fields included in the index may have large data types (e.g., CHAR, VARCHAR) that contribute to the overall length.
  Database Limitations: Different database systems have different limitations on index sizes, and this error may arise due to the specific database being used with SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Index Definition:
  
  Check the index definition in the Data Dictionary (SE11) for the relevant table.
  Identify the fields included in the index and their data types.
  
  
  
  Modify the Index:
  
  If possible, reduce the number of fields included in the index. Consider whether all fields are necessary for the