How To Fix DO264 - Output length is corrected to & (defined for &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 264

• Message text: Output length is corrected to & (defined for &)

What causes this issue?

The output length for the specified data type is set.
The specified output length does not correspond to this set length and
is therefore automatically reset to this length.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO264 - Output length is corrected to & (defined for &) ?

  The SAP error message DO264 indicates that the output length of a document or report has been adjusted to a specific value due to a predefined setting in the system. This message typically arises in the context of output management, where the system is trying to format the output according to the specifications defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  The error message DO264 is triggered when the output length of a document exceeds the maximum length defined in the output settings. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Output Device Configuration: The output device (like a printer) has a maximum output length defined, and the document being processed exceeds this limit.
  Form Design: The form used for printing or displaying the document may have been designed with a length that exceeds the allowed output length.
  Data Volume: The amount of data being processed or printed is too large, causing the output to exceed the defined limits.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the DO264 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Output Device Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPAD (Spool Administration) and check the configuration of the output device being used.
  Ensure that the maximum output length is set appropriately for the type of documents you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review Form Design:
  
  If you are using SAPscript, Smart Forms, or Adobe Forms, review the design of the form to ensure that it is not exceeding the defined output length.
  Adjust the layout or reduce the amount of data being printed if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Content:
  
  If the document contains excessive data (like long text fields), consider summarizing or truncating the content to fit within the allowed output length.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates related to the DO264 error. There may be specific patches or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the output again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SPAD (Spool Administration), SMARTFORMS (for Smart Forms), SE71 (for SAPscript forms).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to output management and form design for best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DO264 error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.