How To Fix /FLDQ/AD_TECH_ERRORS516 - Invalid EX_DRIVER table record length.

/FLDQ/AD_TECH_ERRORS516 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /FLDQ/AD_TECH_ERRORS -

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Invalid EX_DRIVER table record length.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_TECH_ERRORS516 - Invalid EX_DRIVER table record length. ?

  The SAP error message /FLDQ/AD_TECH_ERRORS516 Invalid EX_DRIVER table record length typically indicates an issue with the data structure or the length of records in the EX_DRIVER table, which is part of the SAP system's data handling for certain applications, particularly in the context of data extraction or transformation processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure Mismatch: The record length of the data being processed does not match the expected length defined in the EX_DRIVER table. This can happen if there are changes in the data structure or if the data being loaded is corrupted or improperly formatted.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the data extraction or transformation process can lead to this error.
  Version Compatibility: If there are discrepancies between the versions of the SAP system and the data source, it may lead to incompatibilities in record lengths.
  Corrupted Data: If the data in the EX_DRIVER table has been corrupted or improperly modified, it can lead to