How To Fix CAWUSL150 - The entry is longer than 45 characters and is abbreviated using a '*'

CAWUSL150 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CAWUSL - Message Class for Generic Table Browser

• Message number: 150

• Message text: The entry is longer than 45 characters and is abbreviated using a '*'

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CAWUSL150 - Details

• The SAP error message CAWUSL150 indicates that an entry you are trying to input exceeds the maximum allowed length of 45 characters. In this case, the system automatically abbreviates the entry using an asterisk (*) to indicate that the full text is not being displayed due to this limitation.
  
  Cause:
  
  The error occurs when a user attempts to enter a text string (such as a description, name, or other data) that exceeds the 45-character limit set by the SAP system for that particular field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the Entry: Review the text you are trying to enter and shorten it to fit within the 45-character limit. Focus on using abbreviations or removing unnecessary words to condense the information.
  
  
  Check Field Requirements: Ensure that you are aware of the character limits for the specific field you are working with. This information can often be found in the field documentation or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Use Alternative