How To Fix HREIC100 - The length &1 of domain &2 is greater than the constant field

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREIC - EIC Messages

• Message number: 100

• Message text: The length &1 of domain &2 is greater than the constant field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREIC100 - The length &1 of domain &2 is greater than the constant field ?

  The SAP error message HREIC100 indicates that there is a mismatch between the length of a domain and the length defined for a constant field in the system. This typically occurs in the context of ABAP programming or when working with data dictionary objects.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A domain (which defines the technical attributes of a data element) has a length that exceeds the length defined for a constant field.
  This can happen during data entry, data processing, or when trying to assign values to a field that is not capable of holding the data due to its defined length.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HREIC100 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Domain Definition:
  
  Go to transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary).
  Look for the domain mentioned in the error message (e.g., &2).
  Check the length of the domain and ensure it is appropriate for the data it is supposed to hold.
  
  
  
  Check Constant Field Definition:
  
  Identify the constant field that is causing the issue.
  Verify its length and ensure it can accommodate the data from the domain.
  
  
  
  Adjust Lengths:
  
  If the domain length is indeed greater than the constant field length, you may need to either:
  
  Increase the length of the constant field to match the domain.
  Modify the data being assigned to ensure it fits within the constraints of the constant field.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review ABAP Code:
  
  If this error occurs during program execution, review the ABAP code where the assignment is made.
  Ensure that the data being assigned to the constant field is properly formatted and does not exceed the defined length.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for data dictionary objects and ABAP programming guidelines.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for further assistance.