How To Fix E_ACTION009 - Link Field - Long Text should be of length 4096.


E_ACTION009 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: E_ACTION - E-Actions

  • Message number: 009

  • Message text: Link Field - Long Text should be of length 4096.

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E_ACTION009 - Details

  • The SAP error message E_ACTION009 indicates that a long text field in your SAP system is exceeding the maximum allowed length of 4096 characters. This error typically occurs when you are trying to input or process text data that exceeds this limit in a field that is designed to hold long text.
    
    Cause: Exceeding Length Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the text you are trying to enter or process in a long text field exceeds the 4096-character limit. Data Migration or Upload: This error can also occur during data migration or bulk uploads if the data being uploaded contains long text fields that exceed the specified limit. Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate long text fields, they may not be properly handling the length restrictions.
    Solution: Truncate the Text: If possible, reduce the length of the text to fit within the 4096-character limit. This may involve summarizing

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