How To Fix CD051 - Prefix + table &1 must not exceed &2 characters

CD051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CD - Change Documents

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Prefix + table &1 must not exceed &2 characters

What causes this issue?

A parameter with a 12 character prefix is created for the table name
change document interface (function module).
As the maximum length of a updatable function parameter is 28
characters, the length of the prefix plus the length of the longest
table name must not exceed 28.

How to fix this error?

Choose a shorter prefix or another table name, e.g. a structure which
includes the desired table.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CD051 - Prefix + table &1 must not exceed &2 characters ?

  The SAP error message CD051 indicates that a prefix for a table must not exceed a specified number of characters. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a table in the SAP system, and the prefix you are using exceeds the allowed character limit.
  
  Cause:
  
  Prefix Length Exceeded: The prefix you are trying to use for the table name is longer than the maximum allowed length defined in the system settings.
  Naming Conventions: SAP has specific naming conventions for database objects, including tables, which must be adhered to in order to maintain system integrity and avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Prefix Length: Review the prefix you are using for the table name. Ensure that it does not exceed the maximum character limit specified in the error message (the value of &2).
  Modify Prefix: If the prefix is too long, shorten it to comply with the character limit. You may need to choose