How To Fix S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY132 - Table &1 contains forbidden key field ('&2' has > 255 characters)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY - IMG Activity

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Table &1 contains forbidden key field ('&2' has > 255 characters)

What causes this issue?

Table/view &V1& contains key fields which are more than 255 characters
long.

System Response

You cannot use the object in BC Sets, because BC Sets do not support
fields of this length. If these fields are in the table/view key, as in
this case, they cannot be put in BC Sets.

How to fix this error?

This is not a table/view design error. A key field can be longer than
255 characters, but restrictions in the BC Set technology prevent this
table/view being used in BC Sets.
The SAP developer responsible must change the design of the table/view
in the Data Dictionary. Reduce the output length to < 256 characters. If
a maintenance dialog has been generated for the table/view, regenerate
it with the transaction SE54.
<ZH>Note:</>
Test the BC Set functionality, to ensure that the entries are correct.
Create a BC Set for the object.
Check whether the data has been recorded completely in the BC Set
(SCPR3).
Change an entry in the object (SPRO or SM30/34).
Activate the BC Set (SCPR20).
Check whether the values put in the BC Set have been written correctly
into the table/view.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY132 - Table &1 contains forbidden key field ('&2' has > 255 characters) ?

  The SAP error message S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY132 indicates that there is an issue with a specific table in the SAP system where a key field contains a value that exceeds the maximum allowed length of 255 characters. This error typically arises during configuration activities in the SAP Implementation Guide (IMG) or when trying to save changes to a configuration table.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  A key field in the specified table (&1) has a value that exceeds the maximum length of 255 characters.
  This can happen if there is an incorrect or unexpected data entry in the configuration settings or if there is a programming error that allows for the insertion of overly long values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Table and Field:
  
  Check the error message for the specific table name (&1) and the field name (&2) that is causing the issue. This will help you locate the exact configuration or data entry that is problematic.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SE11 for Data Dictionary, SE16 for table display) and review the entries in the specified table.
  Look for any entries in the key field that exceed 255 characters.
  
  
  
  Modify or Correct Data:
  
  If you find any entries that exceed the character limit, you will need to modify or delete those entries to ensure they comply with the length restriction.
  If the data is being generated by a program or a configuration process, review the logic to ensure it does not create entries that exceed the limit.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Developments:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements that interact with the table, review the code to ensure it adheres to the character limits for key fields.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing certain entries, consult the relevant SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP Basis or functional team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Table Display), and SPRO (IMG) for configuration activities.
  Field Lengths: Be aware of the field lengths defined in the Data Dictionary for the specific table you are working with, as this will help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the S_CUS_IMG_ACTIVITY132 error and ensure that your SAP configuration is compliant with the system's requirements.