How To Fix RS_ADSO_MODEL144 - Index '&1' is too long: &2 (max = &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS_ADSO_MODEL - Messages related to the Datastore Object Backend

• Message number: 144

• Message text: Index '&1' is too long: &2 (max = &3)

What causes this issue?

When calculating the length, it is important to remember that 3 bytes
are calculated per character for character data types. In addition,
alignment can result in gaps within the structure, which can mean that
the total length is different from the sum of the individual lengths.

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?

Either remove individual fields or reduce the length of individual
fields in the relevant index.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL144 - Index '&1' is too long: &2 (max = &3) ?

  The SAP error message RS_ADSO_MODEL144 indicates that there is an issue with the length of an index in an Advanced DataStore Object (ADSO). Specifically, the error message states that the index name is too long, exceeding the maximum allowed length.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the index name generated for the ADSO exceeds the maximum length allowed by the system. This can happen due to:
  
  The naming conventions used for the fields in the ADSO.
  The combination of fields used to create the index, which may lead to a longer-than-allowed index name.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Field Names: Check the names of the fields that are part of the index. If they are too long, consider renaming them to shorter, more concise names.
  
  
  Limit the Number of Fields in the Index: If the index is created from multiple fields, try to reduce the number of fields included in the index. This can help in keeping the index name within the allowed length.
  
  
  Adjust Index Settings: If applicable, review the settings for the index in the ADSO configuration. You may be able to adjust the settings to create a more manageable index name.
  
  
  Recreate the ADSO: If the above steps do not resolve the issue, consider recreating the ADSO with a different configuration that avoids long index names.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ADSO and index naming conventions for any specific guidelines or limitations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Maximum Length: The maximum length for index names in SAP can vary based on the version and configuration of the system. Typically, it is advisable to keep index names under 30 characters, but you should verify the specific limits for your environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance on managing index names in ADSOs.
  Performance Considerations: While optimizing index names, also consider the performance implications of the changes you make, as indexes play a crucial role in query performance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS_ADSO_MODEL144 error and successfully manage your ADSO configurations.