How To Fix 69926 - Name is too long. It has to be shortened

69926 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 926

• Message text: Name is too long. It has to be shortened

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69926 - Details

• The SAP error message "69926 Name is too long. It has to be shortened" typically occurs when a name or identifier exceeds the maximum length allowed by the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when creating or modifying objects like tables, fields, or other entities in the SAP system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limits: SAP has specific character limits for different types of names. For example, the maximum length for many object names is 30 characters, while some fields may have even shorter limits.
  Naming Conventions: The naming conventions in SAP may require certain prefixes or suffixes, which can inadvertently lead to longer names.
  Data Input Errors: Users may inadvertently input longer names due to copy-pasting or misunderstanding the naming requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Shorten the Name: Review the name that is causing the error and shorten it to comply with SAP's character limits. Ensure that the new name still conveys the necessary meaning.
  Check Naming Conventions: