How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON008 - Line &1 of text "&2" exceeds maximum of &3 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Line &1 of text "&2" exceeds maximum of &3 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON008 - Line &1 of text "&2" exceeds maximum of &3 characters ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON008 indicates that a specific line of text in a field exceeds the maximum allowed character limit. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) or other modules where text fields are used to capture additional information.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the length of the text entered in a specific field exceeds the defined maximum character limit. The message provides the following details:
  
  Line &1: Indicates which line of text is causing the issue.
  Text "&2": Shows the actual text that is too long.
  Maximum of &3 characters: Specifies the maximum number of characters allowed for that field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Field: Determine which field is causing the error by checking the line number and the text provided in the error message.
  
  
  Shorten the Text: Edit the text in the identified field to ensure it does not exceed the maximum character limit specified in the error message. You may need to remove unnecessary information or abbreviate the text.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If you frequently encounter this issue, consider reviewing the configuration settings for the relevant text fields. In some cases, it may be possible to increase the maximum character limit if business requirements allow for it.
  
  
  Validation: After making the necessary changes, validate the input to ensure it complies with the character limit before saving or processing the data.
  
  
  Testing: If changes were made to the configuration, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the new settings work as expected and do not introduce other issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP may provide patches or recommendations for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific module documentation for guidelines on text field limitations and best practices for data entry.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the character limits for various fields to minimize the occurrence of this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring again.