How To Fix S>478 - Service &2 extracted from &1 has more than 14 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S> -

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Service &2 extracted from &1 has more than 14 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S>478 - Service &2 extracted from &1 has more than 14 characters ?

  The SAP error message S478 indicates that a service name extracted from a specific source has exceeded the maximum allowed length of 14 characters. This error typically arises in scenarios where service names are being processed, such as during the configuration of services in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the service name being used exceeds the character limit set by SAP. In many cases, this can happen when:
  
  A service name is defined or imported with more than 14 characters.
  There is a mismatch between the naming conventions used in different systems or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Service Name: Determine which service name is causing the issue. The error message usually provides the service name and the source from which it was extracted.
  
  
  Rename the Service: If you have control over the service name, rename it to ensure it is 14 characters or fewer. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the service name in the configuration settings.
  Renaming the service in the relevant transport requests or development objects.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings where the service name is defined. Ensure that all service names comply with the 14-character limit.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Documentation: Update any relevant documentation to reflect the changes made to the service names to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Naming Conventions: Familiarize yourself with SAP's naming conventions and limitations for services and other objects to avoid similar issues in the future.
  Transport Management: If the service name is part of a transport request, ensure that the transport is correctly configured and that all objects are compliant with naming standards.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S478 error and ensure that your service names are compliant with SAP's character limits.