How To Fix /EACA/PMRT153 - The characteristic value in the condition for char. &1 is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACA/PMRT -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: The characteristic value in the condition for char. &1 is too long

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACA/PMRT153 - The characteristic value in the condition for char. &1 is too long ?

  The SAP error message /EACA/PMRT153 indicates that the characteristic value for a specific characteristic is too long. This typically occurs in the context of variant configuration or when dealing with characteristics in a material master or sales order.
  Cause:
  
  Length Exceeds Limit: Each characteristic in SAP has a defined maximum length. If the value assigned to a characteristic exceeds this length, the system will throw this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: The characteristic might be incorrectly configured, allowing for values that are longer than the defined maximum length.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter a value that exceeds the allowed length during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Characteristic Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (Characteristic Maintenance).
  Find the characteristic in question (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Check the "Length" field to see the maximum allowed length for the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Adjust Characteristic Value:
  
  If the value being entered exceeds the maximum length, you will need to shorten the value to fit within the defined limits.
  Ensure that any data being imported or entered manually adheres to the length restrictions.
  
  
  
  Modify Characteristic Length (if applicable):
  
  If it is necessary for the business process to allow longer values, you may consider modifying the characteristic definition to increase the maximum length. This should be done with caution and typically requires appropriate authorizations and testing.
  Note that changing the length of a characteristic can have implications on existing data and processes, so it should be carefully evaluated.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry Processes:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, review the data entry processes to ensure that users are aware of the length restrictions and that validation checks are in place to prevent such errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CT04 - Characteristic Maintenance
  CT03 - Display Characteristic
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and their configuration.
  Testing: After making any changes, ensure to test the configuration in a development or quality environment before moving to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.