How To Fix KX964 - Max. length of sender structure (4000 bytes) exceeded

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 964

• Message text: Max. length of sender structure (4000 bytes) exceeded

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX964 - Max. length of sender structure (4000 bytes) exceeded ?

  The SAP error message KX964, which states "Max. length of sender structure (4000 bytes) exceeded," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when dealing with data structures that exceed the maximum allowable size for certain operations, such as transferring data between different components or systems.
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure Size: The error indicates that the data structure being processed exceeds the maximum length of 4000 bytes. This can happen when you are trying to send or process a large amount of data in a single transaction or operation.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that are trying to send large data sets, they may inadvertently exceed this limit.
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the system or the way data is being aggregated or processed can lead to oversized data structures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data Structure: Check the data structure being sent or processed. Ensure that it does not exceed the 4000-byte limit. You may need to break down the data into smaller chunks or optimize the data being sent.
  Modify Custom Code: If the error is arising from custom ABAP code, review the code to ensure that it adheres to the size limitations. You may need to refactor the code to handle data in smaller segments.
  Adjust Configuration: If applicable, review the configuration settings related to the data transfer or processing. Ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the expected data sizes.
  Use Alternative Methods: If the data is too large to be processed in one go, consider using alternative methods for data transfer, such as batch processing or asynchronous processing, which can handle larger datasets more effectively.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling large data structures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., CO, FI) for guidelines on data structure limits and best practices.
  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: When dealing with large datasets, consider performance implications and ensure that your system is optimized for handling such operations.
  
  By addressing the size of the data structure and ensuring compliance with SAP's limitations, you should be able to resolve the KX964 error.