How To Fix /SCMB/ODM_ORC062 - The total width of the index &2 of the component &1 is too big

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/ODM_ORC -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: The total width of the index &2 of the component &1 is too big

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_ORC062 - The total width of the index &2 of the component &1 is too big ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/ODM_ORC062 indicates that the total width of the index for a specific component exceeds the allowed limit. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when dealing with data structures that have defined limits on the size of their indices.
  Cause:
  
  
  Index Size Exceeded: The error is triggered when the cumulative size of the fields that make up the index exceeds the maximum allowed size. This can happen if:
  
  The fields included in the index are too wide.
  There are too many fields in the index.
  The data types of the fields are not optimized.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, the configuration of the data model or the way the indices are defined can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Index Definition:
  
  Check the definition of the index for the component mentioned in the error message. Look at the fields included in the index and their data types.
  Consider removing unnecessary fields from the index or changing the data types to more compact types if possible.
  
  
  
  Optimize Data Model:
  
  If the index is part of a larger data model, review the overall design to ensure that it is optimized for performance and storage.
  Consider splitting the index into multiple smaller indices if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on index sizes and limitations specific to your version of SAP SCM or APO.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on best practices for index management.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP SCM/APO Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for details on data structures, index management, and performance optimization.
  Data Dictionary: Use transaction codes like SE11 to view and modify the data dictionary objects related to the component in question.
  Performance Tuning: Consider general performance tuning practices in SAP, which may help in optimizing the overall system and avoiding such errors.
  
  By addressing the index definition and ensuring that it adheres to the size limitations, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMB/ODM_ORC062.