How To Fix DDLS137 - Short description for view & is limited to length 60; will be shortened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Short description for view & is limited to length 60; will be shortened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS137 - Short description for view & is limited to length 60; will be shortened ?

  The SAP error message DDLS137 indicates that the short description for a view exceeds the maximum allowed length of 60 characters. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a database view in the ABAP Dictionary (transaction SE11) and the description you provided is longer than the permitted limit.
  Cause:
  
  The short description for a view is defined to have a maximum length of 60 characters in the SAP system. If you attempt to enter a description that exceeds this limit, the system will automatically truncate the description and issue the DDLS137 error message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the Description: Review the short description you have entered for the view and ensure that it does not exceed 60 characters. You can do this by:
  
  Editing the view in transaction SE11.
  Modifying the "Short Description" field to be concise and within the character limit.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Descriptions: If you need to provide more detailed information about the view, consider using the "Long Description" field, which allows for a longer text entry. This can be used to provide additional context or details that cannot fit in the short description.
  
  
  Check Naming Conventions: Ensure that your naming conventions for views and descriptions are consistent and concise to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to create or modify database views.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices for creating database objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DDLS137 error and successfully create or modify your view in SAP.