Message type: E = Error
Message class: GR - Report Writer
Message number: 477
Message text: Enter a width of max. 253 characters
The width of a report page can be maximum 253 characters wide. However,
you have entered width &V1&.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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GR477
- Enter a width of max. 253 characters ?The SAP error message GR477 ("Enter a width of max. 253 characters") typically occurs when you are trying to enter a value in a field that has a character limit, and the input exceeds that limit. This error is common in various SAP transactions where text fields are involved, such as in material master data, purchase orders, or other document entries.
Cause: The error is triggered when the user attempts to input a string that exceeds the maximum allowed length of 253 characters in a specific field. This can happen in scenarios such as: Entering a long description or text in a field that is not designed to handle it. Copying and pasting text from another source that exceeds the character limit.
Solution: To resolve the GR477 error, you can take the following steps: Check the Field Length: Review the field where you are entering the data to confirm its maximum character limit. Ensure that your input
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