37116 - Dynpro element &1 too long; shortened to length &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Dynpro element &1 too long; shortened to length &2

What causes this issue?

The Dictionary field &V1& has a length that is greater than the maximum
allowed length of &V2& for input/output fields on a screen.
The system will abbreviate the field length on the screen to &V2&.
Therefore, it can only be displayed with this length.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37116 - Dynpro element &1 too long; shortened to length &2 ?

  The SAP error message "37116 Dynpro element &1 too long; shortened to length &2" typically occurs when a user interface element (dynpro element) in an SAP screen exceeds the maximum allowed length for that element. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when a field is defined with a certain length in the data dictionary, but the actual data being processed exceeds that length.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Exceeded: The primary cause of this error is that the data being input or displayed in a dynpro element (like an input field or a text area) exceeds the defined length in the data dictionary.
  Data Dictionary Definition: The field in the database or data dictionary may have a specific length defined, and if the input data exceeds this length, SAP will truncate it, leading to this warning message.
  Screen Layout: The screen layout may not be properly configured to handle the expected length of the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Length: Review the field definitions in the data dictionary (transaction SE11) to ensure that the length of the field is appropriate for the data being processed. If necessary, increase the length of the field.
  Adjust Input Data: Ensure that the data being entered into the field does not exceed the defined length. This may involve validating user input or modifying the data before it is sent to the screen.
  Screen Modification: If you have access to modify the screen (using transaction SE80 or SE41), you can adjust the properties of the dynpro element to accommodate longer data if appropriate.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your ABAP code to manage situations where data might exceed the expected length, providing user feedback or truncating data as necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE41 (Menu Painter).
  ABAP Development: If you are developing custom screens or reports, ensure that you are aware of the field lengths defined in the data dictionary and handle them appropriately in your code.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message or provide guidance on best practices for handling field lengths.
  
  By addressing the field length and ensuring that the data being processed conforms to the defined limits, you can resolve the error message and prevent it from occurring in the future.