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Error writing field with width more than 255
 
Error Code
34
Error Message
Sending updates to DMS: Unknown exception 'java.lang.IllegalArgumentException' Error writing field <'FieldName'>: The maximum column width for an individual cell is 255 characters.
Description
This error may be displayed when target field size is greater that 255. This error is usually displayed for connectors like Excel 365 and other Excel versions.
Cause/Solution
 
Cause: This error is usually displayed when target field size is greater than 255. 255 is the maximum column width of the excel.
Solution: Solution: If target field size is set to 255 that is the maximum column width of the excel, then map runs successfully and complete data is written. Do the following:
1. Open the transformation.
2. Click the Mapping tab.
3. Set target field size to 255 for the field for which size is greater than 255.
4. Run the transformation.
Related Information
Excel specifications and limits
Excel 365
 
Last modified date: 02/09/2024