ID563 - The output field &1 is too long. Only 132 characters are used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID - PM (IPRT) print messages, (IBIP) batch input messages

• Message number: 563

• Message text: The output field &1 is too long. Only 132 characters are used.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID563 - The output field &1 is too long. Only 132 characters are used. ?

  The SAP error message ID563, which states "The output field &1 is too long. Only 132 characters are used," typically occurs when the output field in a report or output format exceeds the maximum allowed length for display or processing. This can happen in various contexts, such as when generating reports, forms, or other output formats in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The output field defined in the report or form has a length that exceeds the maximum limit of 132 characters.
  Data Source Issue: The data being pulled into the output field may contain longer strings than what the field can accommodate.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the report or output format may not be configured to handle longer strings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Field Length: Review the definition of the output field in the report or form. Ensure that the field length is appropriate for the data being processed. If necessary, adjust the field length in the data dictionary or report definition.
  
  
  Truncate Data: If the data being outputted is inherently longer than 132 characters, consider truncating the data before it is sent to the output field. This can be done using string manipulation functions in ABAP or the relevant programming language.
  
  
  Modify Output Format: If possible, modify the output format to accommodate longer strings. This may involve changing the layout of the report or form to allow for wider fields.
  
  
  Review Data Source: Ensure that the data source feeding into the output field is not providing excessively long strings. If it is, consider implementing validation or transformation logic to handle this.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on field lengths and output formatting for the particular module or report you are working with.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Field Definitions: Review the data dictionary (SE11) for the relevant table or structure to understand the defined lengths of fields.
  ABAP Development: If you are a developer, you may need to look into the ABAP code that generates the output to ensure it adheres to the length restrictions.
  Testing: After making changes, thoroughly test the output to ensure that it meets business requirements and does not introduce new issues.
  
  By addressing the field length and ensuring that the data being processed fits within the defined limits, you should be able to resolve the error message ID563.