How To Fix DH174 - Total width of export and display parameters with & greater than max. &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DH - DD: Messages for search helps

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Total width of export and display parameters with & greater than max. &

What causes this issue?

The total width of the virtual structure created from the
<DS:TX.DDDOK_SHLP_PARAMETER>EXPORT parameters</> and the parameters in
the dialog box for displaying the hit list is greater than the width of
the reference structure <LS>SEAHLPRES</>. For technical reasons, this
is not allowed.

System Response

INCLUDE DDDOC_CANCEL

How to fix this error?

Reduce the number of EXPORT parameters or the parameters that appear in
the dialog box for displaying the hit list until the specified
restriction has been satisfied.
INCLUDE DDDOC_SHLP_HANDLE

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DH174 - Total width of export and display parameters with & greater than max. & ?

  The SAP error message DH174 indicates that the total width of the export and display parameters exceeds the maximum allowed limit. This typically occurs when you are trying to export data or display parameters in a way that exceeds the defined limits set by the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Parameter Width Exceeded: The combined width of the parameters you are trying to export or display is greater than the maximum allowed width defined in the system.
  Data Structure Definition: The data structure or the function module you are using may have a defined limit for the total width of the parameters.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the way the parameters are defined or used in the program.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Parameter Definitions: Check the definitions of the parameters you are trying to export or display. Ensure that their combined width does not exceed the maximum limit.
  Optimize Parameter Usage: If possible, reduce the number of parameters being exported or displayed, or consider using more compact data types.
  Modify Data Structure: If you have control over the data structure, consider modifying it to accommodate the required width.
  Check Function Module: If you are using a function module, check its documentation to understand the limits on parameter widths and adjust your call accordingly.
  Debugging: Use debugging tools in SAP to trace the parameters being passed and identify which ones are causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for the function module or program you are working with to understand the parameter limits.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for parameter handling.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DH174 error and implement a solution to resolve it.