How To Fix CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL034 - Custom Field &1: Tooltip in language &2 is too long. Max. length is &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL - Custom Fields: Repository

• Message number: 034

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

What causes this issue?

The metadata of custom field &V1& is invalid. The value &V2& of property
<ZK>FieldTooltip </>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>FieldTooltip </>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_UTIL034 - Custom Field &1: Tooltip in language &2 is too long. Max. length is &3. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_REPOSITORY_UTIL034 indicates that a custom field's tooltip exceeds the maximum allowed length for the specified language. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a custom field in SAP, and the tooltip text you have provided is longer than the system's limit.
  Cause:
  
  The tooltip for the custom field is too long. Each language has a defined maximum length for tooltips, and if the text exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  The error message specifies the custom field (&1), the language code (&2), and the maximum allowed length (&3).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Maximum Length: Refer to the SAP documentation or the specific configuration settings to determine the maximum allowed length for tooltips in the relevant language.
  
  
  Shorten the Tooltip Text: Edit the tooltip text for the custom field to ensure it is within the allowed length. Aim to convey the necessary information concisely.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making the adjustments, save the changes and test to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Language-Specific Adjustments: If you are working with multiple languages, ensure that the tooltip text for each language adheres to the respective maximum length.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or updates regarding tooltip length limitations.
  Custom Fields and Logic: Familiarize yourself with the Custom Fields and Logic app in SAP, as it provides tools for managing custom fields, including their properties and validations.
  User Documentation: Review user documentation or training materials related to custom fields in your specific SAP environment for best practices on naming conventions and tooltip usage.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your custom field tooltips in SAP.