How To Fix KX359 - Compound characteristic for field & results in & bytes (max. is & bytes)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 359

• Message text: Compound characteristic for field & results in & bytes (max. is & bytes)

What causes this issue?

The compound for this characteristic leads to a total number of bytes
which is longer than the maximum allowed.

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?

Remove fields from the compound so that the maximum length is not
exceeded.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX359 - Compound characteristic for field & results in & bytes (max. is & bytes) ?

  The SAP error message KX359 indicates that there is an issue with the size of a compound characteristic in a data structure. Specifically, it means that the total size of the compound characteristic exceeds the maximum allowed size in bytes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the combined size of the fields that make up a compound characteristic exceeds the predefined limit set by the SAP system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Data Model Design: The compound characteristic is designed to hold more data than the system allows.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the characteristics in the data model.
  Data Input: Input data that is larger than the allowed size for the compound characteristic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KX359 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Compound Characteristic:
  
  Check the definition of the compound characteristic in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the fields included in the compound characteristic are necessary and that their sizes are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Field Sizes:
  
  If possible, reduce the size of the individual fields that make up the compound characteristic to ensure that their total size does not exceed the maximum limit.
  
  
  
  Modify Data Input:
  
  If the error is caused by specific data entries, review the data being inputted and ensure it adheres to the size constraints.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure the Data Model:
  
  If the compound characteristic is not functioning as intended, consider reconfiguring it or breaking it down into smaller components that can be managed within the size limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the maximum sizes allowed for compound characteristics.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Performance Considerations: Be mindful of performance implications when changing data structures, as larger compound characteristics can impact system performance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KX359 error and implement a suitable solution.