How To Fix COM_DML_ENGINE104 - Text type & cannot have a long text

COM_DML_ENGINE104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_DML_ENGINE - MDF Processing Layer

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Text type & cannot have a long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE104 - Text type & cannot have a long text ?

  The SAP error message COM_DML_ENGINE104 indicates that there is an issue with the text type being used in a particular context, specifically that the text type cannot accommodate long text. This error typically arises when you are trying to enter or process a long text in a field that is not designed to handle it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Text Type Limitation: The text type you are trying to use is not configured to handle long texts. In SAP, there are different types of text fields, such as short text and long text, and each has its own limitations on the number of characters it can hold.
  Data Entry Error: The error may occur if a user attempts to input a long text into a field that is only meant for short text.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the text types in the relevant SAP module or application.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Text Type: Verify the