How To Fix DDVIDB081 - Function &: Specified length & is greater than type length of parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDVIDB - Database-specific parts of views

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Function &: Specified length & is greater than type length of parameter

What causes this issue?

The length specification for this parameter value is too large.

System Response

The view will not be activated or checked successfully.

How to fix this error?

Shorten the length specification accordingly. Note that the application
of certain string functions only takes place after the blanks aligned to
the right are deleted.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDVIDB081 - Function &: Specified length & is greater than type length of parameter ?

  The SAP error message DDVIDB081 indicates that there is a mismatch between the specified length of a parameter and the actual length defined for that parameter in the data dictionary. This typically occurs when a program or function module is trying to pass a value that exceeds the defined length of the parameter in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Cause:
  
  Parameter Length Mismatch: The length of the data being passed to a function module or method exceeds the maximum length defined for that parameter in the ABAP Dictionary.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the variable being passed may not match the expected data type of the parameter.
  Incorrect Data Assignment: There may be an error in the code where a variable is assigned a value that is too long.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameter Definition: Review the definition of the parameter in the function module or method. Ensure that the length defined in the ABAP Dictionary is appropriate for the data being passed.
  Adjust Data Length: If the data being passed is too long, consider truncating the data or modifying the logic to ensure that the length does not exceed the defined limit.
  Modify Data Type: If necessary, change the data type of the parameter in the function module or method to accommodate the longer data.
  Code Review: Review the code where the parameter is being populated to ensure that it is not inadvertently being assigned a value that exceeds the defined length.
  Testing: After making changes, test the function/module to ensure that the error is resolved and that the functionality works as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Dictionary: The ABAP Dictionary is where data types, tables, and structures are defined. Understanding how to navigate and modify these definitions is crucial for resolving such errors.
  Function Module Documentation: Check the documentation for the specific function module or method to understand the expected parameter types and lengths.
  Debugging: Use the ABAP debugger to step through the code and identify where the length mismatch occurs. This can help pinpoint the exact location in the code that is causing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDVIDB081 error and ensure that your parameters are correctly defined and used within your SAP programs.