How To Fix OA230 - Too much data for DKEY line (old item & + length & > 132, attr.: &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Too much data for DKEY line (old item & + length & > 132, attr.: &)

What causes this issue?

The DKEY line already contains &1 characters. &2 further characters
should be entered for attribute &3. This exceeds the maximum permitted
value of 132.

System Response

The data is ignored. If the print list is stored, it is not possible to
search for &3.

How to fix this error?

Attributes should be selected such that the maximum permitted length of
132 is not exceeded.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA230 - Too much data for DKEY line (old item & + length & > 132, attr.: &) ?

  The SAP error message OA230 indicates that there is too much data for a DKEY line in the context of an old item. Specifically, it means that the total length of the data being processed exceeds the allowed limit of 132 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of document processing, particularly when dealing with document keys (DKEYs) in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the data being processed for a DKEY line exceeds the maximum allowed length of 132 characters. This can happen if the data being inputted or processed is too long or if there are concatenated fields that collectively exceed this limit.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the configuration settings for the document processing or the data structure may not align with the expected limits, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors or incorrect data imports can also lead to this issue, especially if the data being entered is not validated against the length constraints.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Length: Review the data being processed for the DKEY line. Ensure that the total length does not exceed 132 characters. If it does, you will need to truncate or split the data appropriately.
  
  
  Adjust Data Structure: If the data structure allows for it, consider adjusting the fields or the way data is concatenated to ensure that the total length remains within the limit.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Implement validation rules in your data entry or import processes to prevent data that exceeds the length limit from being entered in the first place.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to document processing in SAP. Ensure that they are set correctly and that they align with the expected data lengths.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for specific guidelines on handling DKEYs and related data structures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document processing, such as FB03 (Display Document) or FB02 (Change Document), to help troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OA230 error and implement a solution to resolve it.