How To Fix CE038 - Line break not possible in this formula line

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CE - CAPP messages

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Line break not possible in this formula line

What causes this issue?

You want to create a line break to shift part of the text in this
formula line to the next line. This is not possible since the next
line is already full.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CE038 - Line break not possible in this formula line ?

  The SAP error message CE038, which states "Line break not possible in this formula line," typically occurs in the context of SAP's calculation formulas, particularly in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation). This error indicates that there is an issue with the formatting of a formula, specifically that a line break is not allowed in the current context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Improper Formatting: The formula may contain line breaks or carriage returns that are not allowed in the specific context of the formula.
  Syntax Errors: There may be syntax errors in the formula that prevent it from being processed correctly.
  Unsupported Characters: The formula might include unsupported characters or symbols that disrupt the parsing of the formula.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Remove Line Breaks: Check the formula for any line breaks or carriage returns and remove them. Ensure that the entire formula is on a single line if required by the system.
  Check Syntax: