How To Fix GH707 - The length of table & will be to large

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GH - Help functions and tools in FI-SL

• Message number: 707

• Message text: The length of table & will be to large

What causes this issue?

You have included fields in summary table &V1&. The length of the
database record in the summary table would thus exceed 1500 bytes. In
order to allow SAP to make enhancements in table &V1& in future
releases, the size may not exceed 1500 bytes.

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?

If necessary, contact your SAP consultant.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GH707 - The length of table & will be to large ?

  The SAP error message GH707, which states "The length of table & will be too large," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a table in the SAP system that exceeds the maximum allowable size for a database table. This can happen during the creation of a new table or when modifying an existing one, particularly when adding fields or increasing the size of existing fields.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The total length of the fields in the table exceeds the maximum limit set by the database or SAP system.
  Data Type Limitations: Certain data types have specific size limitations, and combining multiple large fields can lead to exceeding the overall limit.
  Database Limitations: Different databases (like Oracle, SQL Server, etc.) have their own limitations on table sizes and field lengths.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or database can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Table Structure: Check the structure of the table to ensure that the total length of all fields does not exceed the maximum limit. You may need to reduce the size of some fields or remove unnecessary fields.
  Optimize Data Types: Use more efficient data types where possible. For example, if a field is defined as CHAR(255) but only needs to store short strings, consider changing it to CHAR(50) or VARCHAR.
  Split the Table: If the table is inherently large due to the nature of the data it needs to store, consider splitting it into multiple related tables to reduce the size of each individual table.
  Check Database Documentation: Refer to the documentation of the specific database you are using to understand its limitations regarding table and field sizes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that may address this issue.
  Testing: After making changes, test the table creation or modification process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP's official documentation for guidelines on table design and limitations.
  Database Documentation: Consult the documentation for the specific database you are using to understand its limitations and best practices.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if others have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Performance Considerations: Keep in mind that larger tables can impact performance, so always consider the implications of table design on system performance.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP Basis or ABAP consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.