How To Fix RSANA_UMM_API512 - > High: Value is too long to be displayed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSANA_UMM_API - UMM API Messages

• Message number: 512

• Message text: > High: Value is too long to be displayed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSANA_UMM_API512 - > High: Value is too long to be displayed ?

  The SAP error message RSANA_UMM_API512 with the description "High: Value is too long to be displayed" typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP Analytics, particularly when dealing with data extraction or reporting. This error indicates that a value being processed exceeds the maximum length that can be displayed in the user interface or report.
  Cause:
  
  Data Length Exceeds Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the data being retrieved or displayed has a length that exceeds the predefined limits set in the SAP system for that particular field or report.
  Field Configuration: The field in question may not be configured to handle long text or large data values, leading to truncation or display issues.
  Data Source Issues: If the data source (like an InfoObject or InfoProvider) has a limitation on the length of the data it can handle, this can also trigger the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field definitions in the data model (e.g., InfoObjects, InfoProviders) to ensure that they are configured to accommodate the expected data length. If necessary, increase the field length in the data model.
  Data Transformation: If the data being processed is inherently long (e.g., descriptions, comments), consider transforming the data to shorten it before it is loaded into the BW system. This could involve truncating the data or summarizing it.
  Adjust Display Settings: If the issue is related to how the data is displayed in reports or dashboards, check the settings in the reporting tool (like SAP Analysis for Office, SAP Lumira, etc.) to see if there are options to handle long text better.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your data extraction or reporting processes to catch and manage instances where data exceeds display limits.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP BW or the reporting tool you are using for any known issues or additional configuration options.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on handling long text values.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have implemented.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues have been introduced.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the RSANA_UMM_API512 error and improve the handling of long values in your SAP environment.