How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL033 - Custom Field &1: Label in language &2 is too long. Maximum length is &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL - Custom Fields: Repository

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Custom Field &1: Label in language &2 is too long. Maximum length is &3.

What causes this issue?

The metadata of custom field &V1& is invalid. The value &V2& of property
<ZK>FieldLabel </>in entity set <ZK>UITexts </>must not exceed length of
&V3& characters.

System Response

System revokes creation of custom field &V1&

How to fix this error?

Change value of property <ZK>FieldLabel </>in entity set <ZK>UITexts
</>to a number smaller or equals to &V3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL033 - Custom Field &1: Label in language &2 is too long. Maximum length is &3. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL033 indicates that a custom field label exceeds the maximum allowed length for a specific language. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a custom field in SAP, and the label you have provided for that field is longer than the system's defined limit.
  Cause:
  
  The label for the custom field you are trying to create or modify is longer than the maximum length allowed by SAP for that specific language.
  Each language in SAP has a defined maximum length for field labels, and exceeding this limit will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Maximum Length: Determine the maximum length allowed for the label in the specific language you are using. This information can usually be found in the SAP documentation or by checking the configuration settings for custom fields.
  
  
  Shorten the Label: Modify the label for the custom field to ensure it is within the allowed length. Aim to keep the label concise while still conveying the necessary information.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making the changes, try to save or activate the custom field again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Language-Specific Adjustments: If you are working with multiple languages, ensure that the labels for all languages comply with their respective maximum lengths.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or updates related to custom fields and their limitations.
  Custom Fields and Logic: Familiarize yourself with the Custom Fields and Logic app in SAP, which allows you to create and manage custom fields effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for detailed information on custom fields, including best practices and limitations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.