How To Fix /IWXBE/CORE128 - One or more topic filters entered are exceeding 85 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IWXBE/CORE -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: One or more topic filters entered are exceeding 85 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IWXBE/CORE128 - One or more topic filters entered are exceeding 85 characters ?

  The SAP error message /IWXBE/CORE128 indicates that one or more topic filters entered in a specific transaction or application exceed the maximum allowed length of 85 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Workflow or SAP Business Process Management (BPM) when defining filters for topics or messages.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the input provided for a topic filter exceeds the character limit set by the system. This can happen if:
  
  Users are trying to input long strings or descriptions as filters.
  There is a misunderstanding of the character limit when entering data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Input: Check the topic filters you have entered and ensure that none of them exceed the 85-character limit. You may need to shorten the filter names or descriptions.
  
  
  Modify Filters: If you have control over the filter definitions, consider modifying them to use shorter, more concise terms that still convey the necessary information.
  
  
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your application or workflow to prevent users from entering filters that exceed the character limit in the future.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the relevant SAP documentation or help files for guidance on the specific limits and best practices for defining topic filters.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the filters work as intended.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional context or updates from SAP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes that may be involved in the process where this error occurs, such as those related to workflow management or message processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your topic filters comply with the character limit set by SAP.