How To Fix /SCF/CL_SCMB_WD_MSG001 - Length of APP_ID, APPDATA_ID, APPVIEW_TYPE must not exceed 28 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_SCMB_WD_MSG -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Length of APP_ID, APPDATA_ID, APPVIEW_TYPE must not exceed 28 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_SCMB_WD_MSG001 - Length of APP_ID, APPDATA_ID, APPVIEW_TYPE must not exceed 28 characters ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_SCMB_WD_MSG001 indicates that the length of the identifiers APP_ID, APPDATA_ID, and APPVIEW_TYPE exceeds the maximum allowed limit of 28 characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or related applications where these identifiers are used to manage application data.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when one or more of the following identifiers exceed the character limit:
  
  APP_ID: Application Identifier
  APPDATA_ID: Application Data Identifier
  APPVIEW_TYPE: Application View Type Identifier
  
  This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect configuration or naming conventions in the application.
  Data being imported or processed that does not adhere to the character limits.
  Custom developments or enhancements that do not respect the defined constraints.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Identifier Lengths: Review the values being assigned to APP_ID, APPDATA_ID, and APPVIEW_TYPE. Ensure that none of these values exceed 28 characters.
  
  
  Modify Identifiers: If you find that any of the identifiers exceed the limit, modify them to ensure they are within the allowed length. This may involve:
  
  Renaming the identifiers to shorter versions.
  Truncating the values if they are being generated dynamically.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the identifiers are part of a configuration, check the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure they comply with the character limits.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it adheres to the character limits for these identifiers.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the application or process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the constraints and best practices regarding identifier naming conventions.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights or similar experiences from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your identifiers comply with the required character limits.