How To Fix /SCMB/ODM_CX_ORC001 - Total width (sum of field length + 4Byte) of index &1 comp. &2 too big

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ODM_CX_ORC -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Total width (sum of field length + 4Byte) of index &1 comp. &2 too big

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_CX_ORC001 - Total width (sum of field length + 4Byte) of index &1 comp. &2 too big ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_CX_ORC001 indicates that the total width of an index in the SAP system is too large. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) module, particularly when dealing with database indexes.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the total width of the index exceeding the maximum allowed size. In SAP, the maximum size for an index is generally limited to 255 bytes. The error message specifies that the sum of the field lengths plus an additional 4 bytes (which is used for internal purposes) exceeds this limit.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Review Index Definition:
  
  Check the fields included in the index. If there are fields with large data types (e.g., VARCHAR, CHAR), consider whether all fields are necessary for the index.
  Remove any unnecessary fields from the index to reduce its total width.
  
  
  
  Create a New Index:
  
  If the current index is too wide, you may need to create a new index with a different combination of fields that fits within the size limit.
  
  
  
  Optimize Data Types:
  
  If possible, change the data types of the fields included in the index to smaller types. For example, if a field is defined as a VARCHAR(255), consider whether it can be reduced to VARCHAR(100) or another smaller size.
  
  
  
  Database Administration:
  
  Consult with your database administrator (DBA) to analyze the index usage and performance. They may provide insights on how to optimize the indexes further.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on index management in SCM. SAP Notes can provide patches or recommendations for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes to the index, ensure to test the application thoroughly to confirm that the changes do not negatively impact performance or functionality.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for guidelines on index management and best practices.
  Database Limits: Familiarize yourself with the specific database limits for the database system you are using (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, etc.), as these can vary.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of the application after making changes to ensure that the new index configuration meets performance expectations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and optimize your index configuration in SAP SCM.