How To Fix /SCWM/HUGENERAL167 - Product &1 is too long

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/HUGENERAL -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Product &1 is too long

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL167 - Product &1 is too long ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/HUGENERAL167 indicates that the product name or identifier you are trying to use is too long for the system to process. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) or similar modules where product identifiers have specific length limitations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the product identifier exceeding the maximum allowed length defined in the system. Each field in SAP has a predefined length, and if the input exceeds this length, the system will throw an error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Product Identifier Length: Verify the maximum length allowed for the product identifier in your SAP configuration. This can usually be found in the data dictionary or by consulting your SAP documentation.
  
  
  Shorten the Product Identifier: If the product identifier you are trying to use exceeds the maximum length, consider shortening it. This may involve:
  
  Abbreviating the product name.
  Using a different naming convention that adheres to the length restrictions.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the product identifier is part of the master data, you may need to update the master data records to ensure that they comply with the length restrictions.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, check if there are any parameters that can be adjusted to allow for longer product identifiers, though this is less common.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  Documentation and Training: Ensure that all users are aware of the naming conventions and length restrictions to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues and provide solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (like /SCWM/MAT1 for material master data) that may help you in managing product identifiers.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you have custom developments, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting how product identifiers are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.