How To Fix DDLS214 - Literal & of type NUMC can have maximum 255 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Literal & of type NUMC can have maximum 255 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS214 - Literal & of type NUMC can have maximum 255 characters ?

  The SAP error message DDLS214 indicates that a literal of type NUMC (Numeric Character) is exceeding the maximum allowed length of 255 characters. This error typically occurs during the definition of a data element or field in the Data Dictionary (DDIC) when the length of a NUMC field is incorrectly specified or when a value being assigned to a NUMC field exceeds the defined length.
  Cause:
  
  Field Definition: The field defined as NUMC has been assigned a length greater than 255 characters. In SAP, NUMC fields are used to store numeric values as character strings, and the maximum length for these fields is 255.
  Data Assignment: Attempting to assign a value to a NUMC field that exceeds the maximum length.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or structure that inadvertently increase the length of a NUMC field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the definition of the NUMC field in the Data Dictionary (transaction SE11). Ensure that the length of the field is set to a maximum of 255 characters.
  Adjust Data Types: If you need to store numeric values longer than 255 characters, consider using a different data type, such as CHAR or STRING, depending on your requirements.
  Review Assignments: Check any assignments or data manipulations involving the NUMC field to ensure that no values exceed the defined length.
  Modify Data Elements: If necessary, modify the data element associated with the NUMC field to ensure compliance with the length restrictions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  NUMC Data Type: The NUMC data type is used for storing numeric values as character strings. It is often used for fields like postal codes, account numbers, etc., where numeric values are treated as strings.
  Data Dictionary (SE11): You can use transaction SE11 to view and modify data elements, domains, and table structures in SAP.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on data types and their limitations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS214 error and ensure that your NUMC fields are correctly defined and utilized within your SAP system.