How To Fix P5049 - Column width adjusted to output length

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P5 - Project Information System: (Modification of LIS; M5)

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Column width adjusted to output length

What causes this issue?

The column width for one or more key figures hast been adjusted to fit
the length or output length of the shortest key word.
The display is not in the column width chosen.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The following key figures were adjusted:
&V1&
&V2&
&V3&
&V4&

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P5049 - Column width adjusted to output length ?

  The SAP error message P5049, which states "Column width adjusted to output length," typically occurs when the output length of a field in a report or output list exceeds the defined column width. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when generating reports, displaying data in ALV grids, or exporting data to external formats.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeds Column Width: The data being displayed in a column has a length that is greater than the predefined width of that column.
  Data Formatting Issues: Sometimes, the data being processed may contain unexpected characters or formatting that increases its length.
  Configuration Settings: The settings for the report or output format may not be properly configured to accommodate the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Column Width: If you have access to the report or output configuration, you can increase the width of the affected column to accommodate the data length.
  
  In ALV reports, you can often adjust the column width by modifying the field catalog or using the layout settings.
  
  
  
  Check Data Length: Review the data being processed to ensure that it does not contain unexpected long entries. If necessary, you can truncate or format the data before outputting it.
  
  
  Modify Output Settings: If you are using a custom report or program, check the code to ensure that the output settings for the columns are correctly defined. You may need to adjust the definitions in the ABAP code.
  
  
  Use Dynamic Column Widths: If applicable, consider using dynamic column widths that can adjust based on the content length. This can be done in ALV reports by setting the column width dynamically based on the maximum length of the data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure how to make these adjustments, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or ABAP development team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Reports: If you are working with ALV (ABAP List Viewer) reports, familiarize yourself with the field catalog and how to set column widths dynamically.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By addressing the column width and ensuring that it matches the output length of the data, you should be able to resolve the P5049 error message effectively.