How To Fix EU073 - Fields, values and separators together cannot be more than 254 bytes long


EU073 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: EU - Development Environment

  • Message number: 073

  • Message text: Fields, values and separators together cannot be more than 254 bytes long

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  • What causes this issue?

    The total length of the parameter names and values is restricted to 254
    characters.

    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?

    Check whether you can convert the parameter transaction to a variant
    transaction (change transaction type).

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


EU073 - Details

  • The SAP error message EU073 indicates that the combined length of fields, values, and separators in a specific context exceeds the maximum limit of 254 bytes. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving data processing, such as when importing or exporting data, or when working with certain SAP modules that handle text or data entries.
    
    Cause: The error is caused by the following: The total length of the fields, values, and separators in a particular data structure exceeds the allowed limit of 254 bytes. This can happen when you are trying to input or process a large amount of data in a single field or when concatenating multiple fields together.
    Solution: To resolve the EU073 error, you can take the following steps: Review Data Length: Check the data you are trying to process. Ensure that the combined length of all fields, values, and separators does not exceed 254 bytes. Split Data: If you have a large amount of

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