How To Fix 37146 - Field text is shorter than specified in ABAP Dictionary

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 37 - Screen Painter

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Field text is shorter than specified in ABAP Dictionary

What causes this issue?

The key word (field text) on the screen should not be shorter than that
defined in the ABAP Dictionary.

How to fix this error?

Specify the text field on the screen as a variable by entering a space
or 'V' in the 'Mod' column so that the most appropriate one is
automatically used. If the shortest text field (key word) in the ABAP
Dictionary is shorter than the field on the screen, the text will be
truncated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 37146 - Field text is shorter than specified in ABAP Dictionary ?

  The SAP error message 37146, which states "Field text is shorter than specified in ABAP Dictionary," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the length of a field in the ABAP program and its definition in the ABAP Dictionary (Data Dictionary). This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to assign a value to a field that is defined with a shorter length in the Data Dictionary than the value being assigned.
  Cause:
  
  Field Length Mismatch: The most common cause is that the field in the ABAP program is defined with a length that is greater than the length defined in the Data Dictionary.
  Data Type Incompatibility: If you are trying to assign a value to a field that is not compatible with the data type defined in the Data Dictionary.
  Changes in Data Dictionary: If the Data Dictionary has been modified (e.g., a field length was reduced) after the program was written, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Field Definitions: Verify the field definitions in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and ensure that the lengths match the definitions in your ABAP program.
  Adjust Program Code: If the field in the program is longer than the Data Dictionary definition, you may need to truncate the value before assignment or change the program to accommodate the shorter length.
  Modify Data Dictionary: If appropriate, consider modifying the Data Dictionary to increase the field length, but be cautious as this can have wider implications on other programs and database tables.
  Recompile the Program: After making changes, ensure to activate and recompile the program to reflect the changes made in the Data Dictionary.
  Check for Implicit Conversions: Ensure that there are no implicit conversions happening that could lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use SE11 to view and modify Data Dictionary objects, and SE80 to work with the ABAP program.
  Debugging: If you are unsure where the error is occurring, you can use the debugger to step through the code and identify the exact line causing the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or community forums for specific examples and additional troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 37146 effectively.