How To Fix LS006 - Unable to send as mail - the table is too wide

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LS - General list types

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Unable to send as mail - the table is too wide

What causes this issue?

The total width of the table is greater than the permitted width of the
mail. You can therefore not send the list as a mail. The maximum list
width is &V1& characters.

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?

You can reduce the width of the table by reducing the width of
individual columns in the table control. Reduce the width of one or
more columns, or hide them completely. When the table is reduced to a
size that fits in the mail structure, you can send it as a mail.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LS006 - Unable to send as mail - the table is too wide ?

  The SAP error message LS006 ("Unable to send as mail - the table is too wide") typically occurs when you are trying to send a report or output via email, and the data being sent exceeds the limitations set by the email system or the SAP application itself. This can happen when the report contains too many columns or when the overall width of the data exceeds the maximum allowed width for email formatting.
  Causes:
  
  Excessive Columns: The report or output contains too many columns, making the overall width too large.
  Data Width: The total width of the data being sent exceeds the limits set by the email system or SAP.
  Formatting Issues: The way the data is formatted may also contribute to the width issue, especially if there are long text fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Reduce the Number of Columns: Modify the report to include fewer columns. You can do this by:
  
  Removing unnecessary columns.
  Summarizing data where possible.
  Using filters to limit the data being sent.
  
  
  
  Change Output Format: Instead of sending the report as an email, consider exporting it to a different format (like PDF or Excel) and then sending it as an attachment.
  
  
  Adjust Column Widths: If possible, adjust the widths of the columns in the report to ensure that the total width is within acceptable limits.
  
  
  Use Pagination: If the report is too wide, consider breaking it into multiple pages or sections that can be sent separately.
  
  
  Check Email Settings: Review the email settings in SAP to see if there are any configurable limits on the width or size of the data being sent.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific limits related to your version of SAP, as these can vary.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Testing: After making changes, test the report again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the LS006 error and successfully send your report via email.