How To Fix OPS_SE_EAM138 - Entered value for &1 (element &2) is too large (maximum &3)

OPS_SE_EAM138 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_EAM - Maintenance Management: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Entered value for &1 (element &2) is too large (maximum &3)

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

OPS_SE_EAM138 - Details

• The SAP error message OPS_SE_EAM138 indicates that the value entered for a specific field (element) exceeds the maximum allowable limit defined in the system. This error typically occurs in various SAP modules, including those related to Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or other areas where data entry is involved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Exceeds Limits: The user has entered a value that is larger than the maximum limit set for that particular field in the database or application.
  Field Configuration: The field may have been configured with a specific maximum length or value range that is being violated.
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the field may not support the value being entered (e.g., entering a number larger than what an integer type can hold).
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Limits: Review the field definition in the SAP system to understand the maximum allowable value. This can often be found in the data dictionary (SE11) or by checking the