How To Fix DDLS192 - Literal & of type CHAR must have at most 1333 characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DDLS - For DDL source handling

• Message number: 192

• Message text: Literal & of type CHAR must have at most 1333 characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DDLS192 - Literal & of type CHAR must have at most 1333 characters ?

  The SAP error message DDLS192 indicates that a literal of type CHAR exceeds the maximum allowed length of 1333 characters. This error typically occurs when you are trying to define a string literal in your ABAP code or in a data dictionary object (like a table or view) that exceeds this limit.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limit: The primary cause of this error is that you are attempting to use a string literal that is longer than the maximum allowed length of 1333 characters for a CHAR type in SAP.
  Data Dictionary Definitions: This can also occur when defining fields in the data dictionary where the length of a character field exceeds the limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Shorten the Literal: If you are using a string literal in your code, you need to ensure that it does not exceed 1333 characters. You can break the string into smaller parts or use variables to hold parts of the string.
  Example:
  DATA: lv_long_string TYPE string.
  lv_long_string = 'This is a long string that needs to be split...'. " Ensure this is <= 1333 characters
  
  
  Use Data Types with Larger Lengths: If you are defining a field in the data dictionary, consider using a data type that allows for a larger length, such as STRING, which can hold variable-length strings.
  
  
  Check Data Dictionary Objects: If the error occurs during the activation of a data dictionary object, review the definitions of the fields and ensure none exceed the 1333 character limit.
  
  
  Refactor Code: If the error is in ABAP code, consider refactoring the code to avoid long literals. Use concatenation or other methods to manage long strings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  CHAR vs. STRING: In ABAP, CHAR is a fixed-length character type, while STRING is a variable-length type that can hold much larger amounts of text.
  Performance Considerations: While using STRING allows for larger text, it may have performance implications compared to fixed-length types, especially in large datasets.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or ABAP documentation for more details on data types and their limitations.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to resolve the DDLS192 error and ensure that your literals and data definitions comply with SAP's constraints.