How To Fix DD_CDS_ANALYSIS500 - Space before line break within literal might get lost in SNOTE processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DD_CDS_ANALYSIS - CDS code inspector messages

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Space before line break within literal might get lost in SNOTE processing

What causes this issue?

Within a literal a space followed by a line break was found. When
delivering corrections for the view using SNTOE, spaces before line
breaks within literals might get lost.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check whether the white space is really needed to be in front of the
line break. If yes, check whether the CONCAT_WITH_SPACE string function
could be used.
This warning can be suppressed by putting the pseudo comment
/*+[hideWarning] { "IDS" : [ "LINEBREAK_IN_LITERAL" ] }*/
in front of the view definition or the literal.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DD_CDS_ANALYSIS500 - Space before line break within literal might get lost in SNOTE processing ?

  The SAP error message DD_CDS_ANALYSIS500 indicates that there is a potential issue with the formatting of a CDS (Core Data Services) view or a similar object in your SAP system. Specifically, the message warns that a space before a line break within a literal might be lost during the processing of an SNOTE (SAP Note) implementation. This can lead to unexpected behavior or errors in the application.
  Cause
  The cause of this error is typically related to how literals (strings) are defined in the CDS view or ABAP code. When a string literal is split across multiple lines, any space before the line break may be ignored, which can change the intended value of the string. This is particularly relevant when implementing SAP Notes that may modify the code or structure of CDS views.
  Solution
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Code: Check the CDS view or ABAP code where the error is reported. Look for string literals that are split across multiple lines.
  
  
  Adjust String Literals: Ensure that string literals are defined in a way that avoids line breaks. You can do this by:
  
  Keeping the entire string on a single line if possible.
  Using concatenation to build the string if it must span multiple lines.
  Using the && operator to concatenate strings in ABAP.
  
  For example, instead of:
  DATA(lv_string) = 'This is a long string that '
                    'spans multiple lines.'.
  Use:
  DATA(lv_string) = 'This is a long string that ' &&
                    'spans multiple lines.'.
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making adjustments, test the CDS view or ABAP program to ensure that it behaves as expected and that the error message no longer appears.
  
  
  Implement SNOTE: If the error is related to an SNOTE, ensure that you have addressed the formatting issues before implementing the note.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any specific SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP may provide additional guidance or patches that address this issue.
  CDS Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation on Core Data Services for best practices in defining string literals and other coding standards.
  ABAP Coding Standards: Familiarize yourself with ABAP coding standards to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DD_CDS_ANALYSIS500 error and ensure that your CDS views and ABAP code function correctly without losing formatting during SNOTE processing.