How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ577 - &1: At least line &2 of &3 exceeds max. of &4 columns

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 577

• Message text: &1: At least line &2 of &3 exceeds max. of &4 columns

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ577 - &1: At least line &2 of &3 exceeds max. of &4 columns ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ577 &1: At least line &2 of &3 exceeds max. of &4 columns typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the data being processed, particularly related to the formatting of input data.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that a specific line in the data being processed has exceeded the maximum number of allowed columns. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when importing data from a file, processing a transport request, or handling data in a custom program. The error message specifies:
  
  &1: The specific operation or context in which the error occurred.
  &2: The line number that exceeds the maximum column limit.
  &3: The name of the data structure or file being processed.
  &4: The maximum number of columns allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Source: Review the data file or input source that is being processed. Ensure that the number of columns in the specified line does not exceed the maximum allowed limit.
  
  
  Adjust Data Formatting: If you are importing data from a file (like a CSV or Excel file), ensure that the file is correctly formatted. Remove any extra columns or adjust the data to fit within the allowed limits.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs in a custom program or report, check the configuration settings or the code to ensure that it is set up to handle the expected number of columns.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the specific transaction or process you are working with to understand the expected data structure and limits.
  
  
  Test with Sample Data: If possible, test the process with a smaller set of data that you know fits within the limits to confirm that the issue is related to the data structure.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem or if it involves complex data processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to Transportation Management, as they may provide additional context for the error.
  Data Structure Documentation: Review the data structure documentation for the specific area of SAP TM you are working with to understand the expected formats and limits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message.