How To Fix DC1220 - The maximum field length is &1 characters

DC1220 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DC1 - BDT-DC Messages

• Message number: 220

• Message text: The maximum field length is &1 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DC1220 - The maximum field length is &1 characters ?

  The SAP error message DC1220, which states "The maximum field length is &1 characters," typically occurs when the data being entered into a field exceeds the defined maximum length for that field in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data entry in transactions, when uploading data, or when processing records.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the input data exceeds the maximum allowed length for a specific field. Each field in SAP has a predefined length, and if the input exceeds this length, the system will trigger this error.
  Data Uploads: If you are uploading data (e.g., via LSMW, BAPIs, or other data migration tools), the source data may have longer strings than the target field can accommodate.
  Custom Development: In custom programs or enhancements, if the field length is not properly handled, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review