How To Fix COM_PME_PARSER076 - Key too long: &1. Maximum length &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_PME_PARSER - Configuration

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Key too long: &1. Maximum length &2.

What causes this issue?

The syntax check found an expression that is too long: &V1& .The
maximum length expected at the cursor is &v2& 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?

Some expressions are subject to restrictions on length.
Language-independent characteristic names and characteristic values,
for example, cannot be longer than 30 characters. Correct the
expression at the cursor.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER076 - Key too long: &1. Maximum length &2. ?

  The SAP error message COM_PME_PARSER076 indicates that a key you are trying to use in a process is too long. The message specifies the key that is too long (represented by &1) and the maximum allowed length (represented by &2). This error typically occurs in scenarios involving data processing, such as when working with database keys, indexes, or other identifiers that have length restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  Key Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the key you are trying to use exceeds the maximum length defined in the system. This can happen when:
  
  You are trying to insert or update a record with a key that is longer than the allowed length.
  The key is being generated dynamically and the logic does not account for the length restrictions.
  Data from an external source (like an interface or file) has keys that are longer than expected.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Key Length: Review the definition of the key in the relevant database table or structure to understand the maximum length allowed. You can do this by checking the data dictionary (SE11) for the relevant table or structure.
  
  
  Modify Key Generation Logic: If the key is being generated programmatically, ensure that the logic adheres to the maximum length restrictions. You may need to truncate or modify the key to fit within the allowed length.
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks before inserting or updating records to ensure that keys conform to the required length. This can help prevent the error from occurring in the first place.
  
  
  Review External Data Sources: If the key is coming from an external source, ensure that the data being imported or processed is validated and conforms to the expected key length.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE37 (Function Builder) to investigate the structure and logic related to the key.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be patches or updates that address specific issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the program or process that is generating this error to identify the exact point of failure and the values being processed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.