How To Fix SY104 - Buffer overflow

SY104 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SY - ABAP/4 system messages

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Buffer overflow

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SY104 - Buffer overflow ?

  The SAP error message SY104, which indicates a "Buffer overflow," typically occurs when the system attempts to process more data than the allocated buffer can handle. This can happen in various contexts, such as during data processing, report generation, or when handling large datasets.
  Causes of SY104 Buffer Overflow
  
  
  Excessive Data Volume: The most common cause is that the program is trying to handle more data than the buffer can accommodate. This can happen with large internal tables or when processing large files.
  
  
  Inefficient Code: Poorly optimized ABAP code can lead to excessive memory usage, causing buffers to overflow.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Sometimes, system configuration settings may limit the buffer size, leading to overflow when the actual data exceeds these limits.
  
  
  Data Structure Issues: If the data structures used in the program are not defined correctly or are too large, they can lead to buffer overflow.
  
  
  Solutions to SY104 Buffer Overflow
  
  
  Optimize Code: Review and optimize the ABAP